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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.

CNL: Two seek to defend Claiming Crown preview titles

Nick’s Picks: Colonial Downs, August 16, 2026

Spa Selections 2026: Saratoga Picks August 16

CNL: Whenigettoheaven repeats in Meadow Stable

Bartlett scores in PA Governor’s Cup

REPLAY: Saturday’s Off to the Races Radio

What the new Maryland “house rules” mean

RMTC proposes new bisphosphonate rule

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

CNL: Whenigettoheaven repeats in Meadow Stable

CNL: Determined Kingdom seeks millionaire status

Off to the Races Radio lineup.

PODCAST: CT trainer chasing 5,000 wins

PODCAST: Jockey talks kids, comebacks and.

PODCAST: Maryland Racing Today, August 12