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Maryland Racing Commission (6)

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The Maryland Racing Commission was established in 1920 (Chapter 273, Acts of 1920) to regulate thoroughbred and harness racing held in the state. The commission consisted of three members knowledgeable or experienced in the area of thoroughbred or harness racing, who were appointed to six-year terms by the governor with the advice and consent of the senate. The commission had the authority to make and enforce rules and regulations governing horse racing in Maryland. A...

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New York Racing Association (7)

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Minnesota Racing Commission (5)

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Michigan Racing Commission (4)

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Historical note: The Racing Commission prescribes and enforces rules governing the conduct, safety, security, growth, and integrity of all pari-mutual horse racing in the state. The Commission issues track, race meeting and occupational licenses; collects racing license and tax revenues; appoints stewards and veterinarians to represent the state; approves track-appointed officials; monitors the daily conduct of racing and investigates any irregularities which may lead to criminal prosecution....

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Illinois Racing Board (4)

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When horse racing parimutuel wagering was legalized (1927), the licensing was handled by the Department of Agriculture which was authorized to specify race times and locations; and to employ inspectors to ensure compliance with parimutuel system rules. The Illinois Racing Commission (1933-1941), composed of three members appointed by the Governor, was given these racing and wagering responsibilities. Additionally, the Commission was authorized to set rules, regulations, and racing conditions...

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Washington Horse Racing Commission (4)

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The Washington Horse Racing Commission was established in March 1933 as oversight to the legalization of the pari-mutuel betting on horse races in Washington State. The Commission is required to license, regulate and supervise all race meets held in Washington State. The legislation stipulated that 5 percent of the gross amount wagered would be collected as a tax and 80 percent of this tax would support the old age pension fund in the State treasury. The track also paid the State...

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British League of Racing Cyclists (5)

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The British League of Racing Cyclists was formed at an inaugural meeting at Buxton, 11 November 1942. In 1959 it amalgamated with the National Cyclists' Union to become the British Cycling Federation. These records were held by Charles Messenger. The British League of Racing Cyclists was formed in 1942. In 1959 it amalgamated with the National Cyclists' Union to form the British Cycling Federation

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Grand Circuit Racing Association (3)

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California Horse Racing Board (3)

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Agency History The California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) was established in 1933 as an independent agency. Its creation came as the result of a constitutional amendment that added Section 25a to Article IV of the Constitution of the State of California. The 1933 amendment required the creation of the CHRB and established its authority over the regulation of horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering at licensed California racetracks. The Constit...

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Intercollegiate Yacht Racing Association (3)

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Formed 1930; incorporated in 1949; continues today with over 200 colleges with sailing fleets; also known as ICYRA.

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