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What the new Maryland “house rules” mean

Frank Vespe / 7 years
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8 min read

The new so-called Maryland “house rules” regarding equine safety are both more – and less than that, a mixture of policies, house rules, and regulations with broad industry support.

RMTC proposes new bisphosphonate rule

Press Release / 7 years

4 min read

The Racing Medication and Testing Consortium (RMTC) has proposed a new rule limiting bisphosphonate use in young horses, as well as taking action on NSAIDs.

Fasig-Tipton, OBS, Keeneland to ban bisphosphonates in young horses

Press Release / 7 years

3 min read

Three major sales companies — Fasig-Tipton, OBS, and Keeneland — have announced they will ban off-label bisphosphonates effective July 1.

Mid-Atlantic three stars: August 3, 2026

Trainer Donald Barr passes

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, August 2, 2026

Spa Selections 2026: Saratoga Picks August 2

Burnham Square too good in Arlington Million

Gimme a Nother Beverly D. win gives Motion stakes double

What the new Maryland “house rules” mean

RMTC proposes new bisphosphonate rule

Fasig-Tipton, OBS, Keeneland to ban bisphosphonates in young horses

Trainer Donald Barr passes

Burnham Square too good in Arlington.

Gimme a Nother Beverly D. win.

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

PODCAST: On the Thoroughbred aftercare beat

Magic Weisner, 2002 Preakness runner-up, dies