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Horseracing Integrity Act introduced in Congress for third time

Frank Vespe / 7 years

5 min read

Reps. Andy Barr and Paul Tonko reintroduced the Horseracing Integrity Act today – a Congressional bill that may gain momentum in the wake of 22 equine fatalities at Santa Anita.

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Horseracing Integrity Act introduced in Congress

Press Release / 9 years
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The so-called Horseracing Integrity Act would create a national authority to oversee horse racing’s medication rules and testing and prohibit raceday medications.

Coalition to endorse federal equine drug testing bill

The Biz / 11 years

3 min read

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.

Laurel Park picks and ponderings: January 9, 2026

Passings of 2025

Maryland handle improves in ’25

Eclipse Award winners announced for media

Charles Town: 10 stories that mattered in 2025

Charles Town: Latest jockey and trainer stats

Horseracing Integrity Act introduced in Congress for third time

Horseracing Integrity Act introduced in Congress

Coalition to endorse federal equine drug testing bill

Passings of 2025

Maryland handle improves in ’25

Charles Town: 10 stories that mattered.

Photo Diary: Best of 2025

Laurel Park, Colonial reveal stakes schedules

Wagering handle off sharply in December,.