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RCI Amends and Toughens Model Rules

RCI Amends and Toughens Model Rules

An Association of Racing Commissioners International committee amended a model rule April 20 to prevent suspended trainers from transferring their horses to family members or close associates while they serve out their penalties.

 Monday, April 20, 2009
Louisiana Latest to Adopt Steroids Rule

Louisiana Latest to Adopt Steroids Rule

Using emergency regulations, the Louisiana Racing Commission has banned the use of anabolic steroids in racehorses effective Jan. 1, 2009.

 Thursday, December 04, 2008
Steroids Rule Moves Ahead in New York

Steroids Rule Moves Ahead in New York

The New York State Racing and Wagering Board on May 29 passed proposed restrictions on use of anabolic steroids in racehorses for Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing.

 Thursday, May 29, 2008
More Questions Than Answers on Steroids

More Questions Than Answers on Steroids

The complicated nature of regulating anabolic steroids in racehorses came to light May 20 when discussion among members of the Kentucky Equine Drug Research Council and others seemed to indicate the easiest route is an all-out ban on the substances.

 Tuesday, May 20, 2008
Indiana Sticks With Steroids Plan

Indiana Sticks With Steroids Plan

Indiana is moving forward with plans to implement regulation and testing of anabolic steroids in racehorses April 1.

 Tuesday, February 05, 2008
Regulator: Stop Steroid Use Now

Regulator: Stop Steroid Use Now

A national regulator said uniform implementation of regulations for anabolic steroids in racehorses isn't practical and suggested horsemen "come clean to the races" voluntarily beginning April 1.

 Sunday, February 03, 2008

Mid-Atlantic Full Speed on Steroids

Just hours after horsemen and scientists questioned the model rule regulating anabolic steroids in racehorses and suggested a national roll-out of the rules later this year or early next year is more practical, regulators in the Mid-Atlantic region announced they are sticking with plans to implement the regulations as quickly as possible.

 Friday, January 25, 2008
Cohesive Rules for Steroids Sought

Cohesive Rules for Steroids Sought

The head of a major horsemen's group in the United States has proposed a national approach for regulation of anabolic steroids in racehorses with an implementation date of Jan. 1, 2009.

 Friday, January 11, 2008