Horsemen! New in 2025: Coggins Tests are Required Every 6 Months by Order of the ORC

Equine Infectious Anemia (EIA) Test: Evidence of a negative EIA test must be done within six months during the racing season. This is for all horses participating including pony and outriders.

Non-Steroid Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAID): May not be given within 48 hours of a race.

Nasogastric tubes: May only be used by Veterinarians, and only more than 48 hours before a race without the permission of a Commission Veterinarian.  No tubes longer than 16 inches will be allowed to be in the possession of anyone other than an ORC licensed veterinarian.

Increase in maximum fines: The maximum fine will move from $500.00 to $5,000.00.

Change in licensing period: No changes to the licensing fees or length of time will occur during the 2025 racing season.

Restrictions on the number of races per horse: Horses are not allowed to race two times within a two-day period. 

Jockeys must have a physical within the last 12 months.

Jockeys must be registered through Headcheck.  ORC may assist with scheduling. Please contact us for assistance.

TCO2 Testing begins in 2025.