West Virginia Code of State Rules Agency 178 - Racing Commission
Here’s a detailed overview of the West Virginia Code of State Rules, Agency 178 – Racing Commission:
📘 Overview of Title 178 – Racing Commission
Agency 178 (Racing Commission) comprises Legislative Rules (Title 178 CSR) that regulate all aspects of horse and greyhound racing within West Virginia. These are grouped into series, each covering a specific domain:
Active Series
178‑01 (Thoroughbred Racing)
Effective: July 21, 2024 (apps.sos.wv.gov)
Covers eligibility, racing conduct, medication, veterinary practices, ordering, and enforcement.
178‑01A (Representing Horsemen)
Rules for defining horsemen and representation in horsemen’s organizations (law.cornell.edu)
178‑02 (Greyhound Racing)
Effective: April 29, 2021 (apps.sos.wv.gov)
178‑03 (Organization & Meeting Notices)
Governance of Racing Commission meetings and notices (active series)
178‑04 (Dispute Resolution Procedures)
Procedures for internal conflict resolution
178‑05 (Pari‑Mutuel Wagering)
Rules on betting systems and ticketing
178‑06 (Due Process & Hearings)
Appeals procedures for occupational permit holders and license issues (law.cornell.edu)
178‑07 (Simulcast Wagering at Historic Resort Hotels)
Live simulcast betting at authorized facilities
178‑08 (Racing Interpretive Rule)
Interpretive guidance on ambiguous rule applications (apps.sos.wv.gov)
178‑09 (Capital Reinvestment Reimbursement)
Reimbursement policies for track capital improvements
178‑10 (Advance Deposit Wagering – ADW)
Rules for online/deposit betting systems (apps.sos.wv.gov, racing.wv.gov)
🔍 Key Highlights by Topic
Thoroughbred Racing Mechanics (178‑01)
Definitions, jurisdiction, oversight, entry permissions (§§ 1‑1 to 1‑4) (racing.wv.gov)
Personnel roles: security, stewards, auditors (§ 1‑5) (racing.wv.gov)
Veterinary & medication standards: Coggins test, EIA, euthanasia, medication control (§§ 1‑47–1‑49) (racing.wv.gov)
Greyhound Racing (178‑02)
Covers all greyhound race conduct; current version effective April 29, 2021 (apps.sos.wv.gov)
Pari‑Mutuel & Wagering (178‑05 & 178‑07)
Defines wagering rules, simulcasting infrastructure, ticket handling, auditing, and eligibility (law.cornell.edu)
Appeals & Hearings (178‑06)
Establishes procedures, burden of proof, and appeal rights for permit holders and licensees (case-law.vlex.com)
Interpretive Guidance (178‑08)
Aids in clarifying ambiguous regulations (apps.sos.wv.gov)
ADW (178‑10)
Regulates online advance deposit account wagers and system standards (apps.sos.wv.gov)
📌 Statutory Authority
These rules derive authority from West Virginia Code § 19‑23 which:
Establishes the Racing Commission and officer roles (§ 19‑23‑2 through 19‑23‑6)
Mandates employment of stewards, veterinarians, auditors, security, etc. (§ 19‑23‑5(b)) (code.wvlegislature.gov, regulations.justia.com)
Grants full jurisdiction over racing operations, licensing, hearings, and rulemaking (§ 19‑23‑6) (wvlegislature.gov)
📌 Staying Up to Date
SOS site and Cornell/LII/Justia indicate last updates through March 21, 2025, except where newer rule versions like Series 1 (Jul 2024) and Series 2 (Apr 2021) are noted (regulations.justia.com).
For the absolute latest, consult the West Virginia SOS site and the Commission’s official PDF rule texts (e.g. 178 CSR 1 Dec 2019) (racing.wv.gov).
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