Maryland Jockey Club adopts injection reporting rule
A new Maryland Jockey Club rule requires trainers whose horses are claimed provide the state vet records of the horse’s joint injections in the prior month.
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Tag: medication
Progress made towards RMTC uniform medication rules
Nine states — including five in the mid-Atlantic — have fully adopted the RMTC’s uniform medication rules, the organization said.
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Coalition to endorse federal equine drug testing bill
A coalition of groups, including the Jockey Club, Breeders’ Cup Limited, and the Water Hay Oats Alliance, will support a federal equine drug testing bill.
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NTRA to focus on tax, economic issues in Congress
The NTRA’s Congressional agenda for the coming year focuses on tax and economic issues, with a side of immigration, internet gambling, and medication.
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Racing industry workers cast a wary eye on the future
Anyone can see that the Thoroughbred industry faces challenging times. But that uncertainty feels a lot different to those who work in the racing industry.
Read MorePreakness medication and testing protocols announced
The Maryland Racing Commission and Maryland Jockey Club today announced the security, medication, and testing protocols for Preakness weekend.
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Maryland Racing Commission taps new drug lab
The Maryland Racing Commission has retained a new, accredited lab to test urine and blood specimens taken from horses racing in the Free State.
Read More Maryland Racing Commission clarifies clenbuterol rules
The Maryland Racing Commission today sought to make clear to horsemen that the new clenbuterol rules are now in effect and will be enforced.
Read More Maryland horsemen receive medication guidelines book
The Maryland Racing Commission has released a booklet outlining the new medication guidelines set to take effect on January 1.
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NTRA and others call for uniform national medication rules
The National Thoroughbred Racing Association (NTRA) and some 50 other organizations have called for uniform national medication regulations.
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“Huge step” on medication rules moves forward, but challenges remain
New medication rules will give states in the mid-Atlantic region uniform medication policies. But some horsemen worry whether testing and penalty guidelines will accomplish their aims.
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