Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 462 - OREGON RACING COMMISSION
Oregon Administrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 462 is dedicated to the Oregon Racing Commission. This chapter provides the detailed regulations and guidelines under which the Commission operates to oversee and regulate the pari-mutuel racing industry within the state.
The Oregon Racing Commission's core mission is to regulate all aspects of the pari-mutuel industry, including live racing, on- and off-track wagering, and online wagering, for the benefit of horses, participants (horsemen and women, jockeys, trainers), bettors, licensees, and the general public.
Here's a breakdown of the key areas typically covered in OAR Chapter 462:
Procedural Rules (Division 1): These outline the general administrative procedures for the Commission, including how it conducts meetings, makes decisions, and promulgates further rules.
Administration (Division 10): Covers the internal operations of the Commission itself, such as the duties of commissioners, elections of officers, and compensation.
Definitions (Division 110): Provides clear definitions for terms used throughout the racing regulations, ensuring consistent understanding.
Licensing Procedures (Division 120): This is a critical section, detailing who must be licensed (e.g., race meet operators, owners, trainers, jockeys, veterinarians, mutuel managers, officials) and the process for obtaining, renewing, and maintaining those licenses. It includes requirements for background checks, fitness determinations, and types of licenses.
Prohibited Conduct and Hearing Procedures (Division 130): Defines what constitutes prohibited conduct within the racing industry (e.g., illegal substances, unethical practices, influencing race results) and outlines the procedures for investigations, disciplinary actions, and hearings (including stewards' hearings and appeals to the Commission).
Duties (Division 140): Specifies the responsibilities and duties of various individuals and entities involved in racing, from Commission staff and race officials (stewards, veterinarians, clerks of scales) to participants like trainers, jockeys, and owners.
Horse Racing Requirements and Procedures (Division 150): Contains detailed rules for the actual conduct of horse races, including:
Workouts, exercise, and schooling
Changes of ownership or trainer
Claiming rules (for claiming races)
Entering for official racing, subscriptions, and forming races
Weighing out, equipment, and paddock procedures
Post parade, start, and the race itself
Order of finish, weighing in, objections, and disqualifications
Rules regarding purses and jockey fees
Horse Medication and Miscellaneous Provisions (Division 160): Focuses on the crucial aspect of maintaining fair competition and animal welfare through strict medication rules. This includes:
Permitted and prohibited substances
Testing procedures for horses and licensed individuals
Regulations on veterinary practices on racecourses
Post-mortem examinations/necropsies
Pari-Mutuel Rules and Regulations (Division 200): Governs all aspects of wagering on races, including:
Types of wagers allowed (e.g., win, place, show, exotic wagers)
Calculation and distribution of mutuel pools
Procedures for handling winning tickets and unclaimed winnings
Account Wagering (Division 210): Specific rules for online or advance deposit wagering (ADW), which allows individuals to wager from off-track accounts. This includes setting up and operating accounts.
Multi-Jurisdictional Simulcasting and Interactive Wagering Totalizator Hub (Division 220): Addresses the regulations for entities that operate as hubs for simulcast racing and interactive wagering, often involving races from multiple jurisdictions.
Totalizators (Division 230): Rules for the totalizator systems used to calculate and process pari-mutuel wagers.
In essence, OAR Chapter 462 is the backbone of racing regulation in Oregon, ensuring integrity, fairness, public safety, and animal welfare across all facets of the industry, from the training and care of horses to the conduct of races and the handling of wagering.
RELATED Blog
0 comments