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Horsemen Suspicious of WV 'Interagency' Deal

Action on an agreement horsemen view as an attempt to perhaps eliminate an agency that solely regulates horse and dog racing was deferred by the West Virginia Racing Commission Feb. 26.

 Tuesday, February 26, 2013

WV Begins Long Process of Examining Salix

The West Virginia Racing Commission heard the pros and cons of race-day furosemide use Sept. 17 and pledged to examine the steps necessary to implement mandatory administration of the anti-bleeding drug by third-party vets.

 Monday, September 17, 2012

WV Moves to Ban Adjunct Drugs, Hike Penalties

The West Virginia Racing Commission voted April 13 to ban the use of adjunct bleeder medications on race day and to adopt much stricter penalties for drug violations.

 Friday, April 13, 2012
WV Panel OKs Rules Allowing Exclusion Appeals

WV Panel OKs Rules Allowing Exclusion Appeals

The West Virginia Racing Commission Feb. 27 unanimously adopted new procedural rules that allow occupational permit-holders the right to appeal racetrack ejections.

 Monday, February 27, 2012