Indiana Horse Racing Commission

Record Race Days For Hoosier In 2022

December 08, 2021

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission met Monday, Dec. 6 at Indiana Grand and approved dates for both Indiana racetracks. Harrah’s Hoosier Park is set to open the longest meet in the 28-year racing hist...

IHRC Notice Regarding Residency

This advisory notice is being sent regarding residency rules for registered stallions, mares and foals participating in Indiana’s Breed Development Programs.

Indiana Stakes Payments Postponed

Due to the COVID-19 (coronavirus) government restrictions currently in place, nominations for stakes payments for the Indiana Standardbred Breed Development Program have been postponed from April 15 t...

The IHRC Implements New Processes

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission is implementing process at its racetrack licensing offices in order to fulfill social distancing recommendations from the CDC.

Indiana Commission Meeting Cancelled

It has been announced that the Indiana Horse Racing Commission Meeting that had been scheduled for Thursday, March 19 has been postponed.

Pitman Named New IHRC Exec. Director

September 12, 2019

It has been announced that after conducting a nationwide search of qualified candidates, the Indiana Horse Racing Commission has named Deena Pitman as its newest executive director.

Indiana Commission CEO Smith Retiring

Although an official date has not been set, Indiana Horse Racing Commission Executive Director Mike Smith recently announced plans to retire.

Altrenogest/Regumate Notice

October 11, 2018

Trainers should be aware that the use of altrenogest (trade name 'Regumate') may pose a risk of a positive finding for trenbolone or trendione.

Videos Introduce Newbies To Racing

How difficult is it for a newcomer to sit behind a Standardbred, bathe a racehorse, or call an actual race?

Indiana Testing For Altrenogest

Racing regulators in Indiana have announced that the state commission will begin imposing penalties for any colt, gelding or stallion that tests positive for Altrenogest, which is also known to some a...

April Fractional Ownership Seminar Info

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission has announced that it will be holding a fractional ownership seminar next month.

Indiana Commission On Acquisition Deal

November 21, 2017

The Indiana Horse Racing Commission has issued a brief press release in regard to the news of a potential transfer of ownership of Hoosier Park and Indiana Grand.

Registration Deadlines Near In Indiana

September 24, 2017

Officials with the Indiana Horse Racing Commission have issued a reminder in regard to the state’s stallion registration deadline, which is quickly coming due.