{ "city": "Racing Commission", "state": "LA", "page": "https://mytown.theboringparts.com/city/la-racing-commission-514/", "attribution": "MyTown / The Boring Parts — CC BY 4.0. Summaries AI-generated from official sources.", "license": "https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/", "generated": "2026-08-05", "upcoming": [], "recent": [ { "date": "2025-11-17", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Fair Grounds seeks 10-year license for 2025-2026 thoroughbred meet", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider approving a 10-year license for Fair Grounds Race Course to operate its 2025-2026 thoroughbred meet, including 70 race dates, wagering formats, and a new Pick 6 wager. The commission will also vote on amended racing dates for Louisiana Downs, ratify condition books and designated races for multiple tracks, and hear adjudications for alleged drug and electrical-device violations by trainers and jockeys.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_NovemberMeetingNoticeAmended_20251114.pdf", "minutes_url": null, "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2025-08-29", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Louisiana State Racing Commission to review 2025-2026 racing schedules and licenses", "summary": "The Commission will consider racing dates, wagering formats, and official appointments for Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The body will also hold a public hearing regarding the Rules of Racing and adjudicate various regulatory violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_AugustMeetingNotice_Amended20250827.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_ApprovedMinutes_AugustMeeting25.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2025-06-24", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Fair Grounds 2025-2026 thoroughbred meet dates and paddock renovation update", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will meet on June 24, 2025, to receive an update on paddock renovations at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots and to discuss the racing calendar for the 2025-2026 thoroughbred meet. The meeting is open to the public for in-person attendance only.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_6-24-25%20Meeting%20Notice.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_MeetingMinutes_June2025.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2025-05-13", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Evangeline Downs requests amended 2025 thoroughbred race dates", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider a request from The Old Evangeline Downs, LLC to amend its 2025 thoroughbred meet schedule. The commission will also receive a progress report regarding infrastructure and renovations at Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_05-13-25%20meeting%20notice%20signed.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_MeetingMinutes_May2025.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2025-04-29", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to approve 2025-2026 meet licenses, dates, and wagering for four tracks", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will vote on multi-year licenses, racing dates, and wagering formats for the 2025-2026 thoroughbred and quarter horse meets at Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. Louisiana Downs also requests to remove 16 race days from its 2025 thoroughbred schedule. The agenda includes progress reports on track infrastructure, ratification of condition books and stakes races, approval of track officials, and several adjudication hearings for rule violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_April%2029,%202025%20meeting%20notice%20final.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_MeetingMinutes_April2025.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2025-02-13", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "La. racing commission to vote on $1.8M purse transfer, meet changes", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider transferring $1.8 million from Delta Downs' purse account to Evangeline Downs for its 2025 thoroughbred meet, moving the Fair Grounds quarter horse meet to Delta Downs, and amending Evangeline Downs' racing dates. The commission will also vote on officials for the 2025 quarter horse and thoroughbred meets, approve a new assistant executive director, and hear several adjudications involving equine drug positives and other violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_february%2013,%202025%20meeting%20notice.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20Signed%202-13-25.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-10-17", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to approve race meets, officials, and new rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will meet on October 17, 2024, at Delta Downs in Vinton. They will consider progress reports from three racetracks, approve race dates and officials for upcoming quarter horse and thoroughbred meets, and discuss or adopt several rule changes, including a new jockey fee schedule and rules on house rules and sports wagering purses. The agenda also includes license reinstatements and adjudications for rule violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20October%2017%202024%20AMENDED.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_10.17.25%20signed%20minutes.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-08-26", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to approve 2025 race dates, licenses, and wagering formats", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider approving 2025 race meet licenses, dates, and wagering formats for Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The agenda also includes discussion of proposed house rules, approval of race officials and stewards, and adjudication of several trainer and jockey violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20August%2026%202024.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_8.26.24%20signed%20minutes.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-06-07", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to rescind emergency rule on controlled horse medications", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission is holding an emergency meeting to rescind a previously adopted emergency rule and notice of intent regarding amendments to LAC 35:1 Chapter 17 §1725 on controlled medications for thoroughbreds. The rule, which set specific dosage and withdrawal time limits for medications like phenylbutazone and Banamine, was approved at the April 29 and June 4, 2024 meetings. The commission will vote on rescinding that action.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Notice%20June%207%202024.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_06-07-2024%20LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Minutes%20Signed.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-06-04", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to discuss amending controlled medication rules for horses", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission is holding an emergency meeting to discuss proposed amendments to LAC 35:1 Chapter 17, specifically §1725 Controlled Medication. The discussion will focus on Clenbuterol and Depo-Medrol, including safeguards during a transition to increased withdrawal periods. A new controlled medication schedule is proposed to take effect June 8, 2024.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Notice%20June%204%202024.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_06-04-2024%20LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Minutes%20Signed.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-04-29", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider corrective actions for track maintenance failures at four racetracks", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider corrective actions against Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, Delta Downs, and Louisiana Downs for failing to fund facility maintenance and improvement funds. The commission will also approve licenses, racing dates, and wagering formats for upcoming quarter horse and thoroughbred meets at multiple tracks. Additionally, the agenda includes rule amendments, appointment of special counsel, and adjudication of jockey and trainer violations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20April%2029%202024.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_04-29-2024%20Meeting%20Minutes%20Signed.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2024-02-19", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission discusses racing dates and purse transfers", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission is reviewing progress reports from several racing associations regarding surface conditions, equipment, and facility improvements. The commission will also consider requests to amend 2024 thoroughbred meet racing dates for Evangeline Downs and Louisiana Downs.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20February%2019,%202024.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20February%2019%202024.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-12-11", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Commission to vote on retroactive HHR fee adjustment for 2022-2028", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider approving a retroactive adjustment of historical horse racing (HHR) fees for the period from August 1, 2022 through June 11, 2028, including credits and reimbursements, to comply with Act 381 of the 2022 Regular Legislative Session. The administration will present additional guidance on the matter following an investigation of positions discussed at the prior meeting. The meeting is open to the public in person only.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_12-11-23%20MEETING%20NOTICE.docx.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20December%2011%202023.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-10-30", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to consider order to show cause against Churchill Downs over HHR fee", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will meet to adjudicate appeals of rulings, consider association requests including ratification of officials and a request by Louisiana Downs to amend racing dates, and hear an order to show cause against Churchill Downs Louisiana Horseracing Company for failure to pay 1% of HHR wagers. The commission will also consider proposed rules on electronic meeting ineligibility and disability accommodations, and a cooperative endeavor agreement for a horse sensor program.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_FINAL%20AMENDED%20MEETING%20NOTICE%20103023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20October%2030%202023.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-08-28", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Commission to decide on 2024 race meet licenses, date changes, and jockey appeals", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will hear appeals from jockeys and trainers on careless riding and drug violations, and consider multiple association requests for race date amendments, license approvals, and wagering rules for 2024 meets at Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The commission will also discuss legislative bills, a special counsel contract, and a rule change on claiming procedures.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20AMENDED%20Meeting%20Notice%20August%2028%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_August%2028,%202023%20Meeting%20Minutes.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-06-23", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Emergency meeting to adopt rule changes and approve purse transfer", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission is holding an emergency meeting to formally adopt amendments to rules on owner entries and horse disqualifications, and to discuss/approve a purse transfer from Delta Downs to Evangeline Downs for the 2023 Quarter Horse Meet. The commission will also consider amendments to Louisiana Downs’ 2023 Thoroughbred Meet to reduce the number of races per day, change post time, and adjust race mix to mitigate potential overpayment of purses.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_AMENDED%20LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Notice%20June%2023%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%2006.23.23.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-04-17", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to vote on track licenses, racing dates, and new rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will meet to approve minutes, adjudicate violations including careless riding and drug positives, and consider license approvals. They will act on requests from Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs for racing dates, 10-year licenses, officials, wagering formats, and infrastructure plans. The commission will also consider formal adoption of new rules for associations' duties and obligations.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_Amended%20LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20April%2017%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_LSRC%20meeting%20minutes%204.17.23.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-03-13", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Emergency meeting to consider purse transfer from Delta Downs to Evangeline Downs", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission holds an emergency public meeting on March 183, 2023 to consider approval of a purse transfer from Delta Downs to Evangeline Downs, contingent on an agreement between Evangeline Downs and Louisiana Downs for 61 specific race dates for their 2023 Thoroughbred meets. Full application packets must be submitted by April 6, 2023 for approval at the April 17, 2023 Commission meeting.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Emergency%20Meeting%20Notice%20March%2013%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Approved%20Meeting%20Minutes%20March%2013%202023.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-02-14", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Emergency meeting to amend horse entry and disqualification rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission is holding an emergency public meeting to consider adopting two rule amendments. One amendment changes rules on how many horses of the same ownership can enter a race. The other amendment updates disqualification rules for horses involved in a foul. The meeting is online via Zoom.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_AMENDED%20LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20February%2014%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Approved%20Meeting%20Minutes%20February%2014%202023.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2023-01-31", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Racing Commission to discuss reducing thoroughbred race days to 76 per meet", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will hold a meeting on January 31, 2023, at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino. The agenda includes adjudications of violations (careless riding, drug testing, equine positives), license approvals, and association requests from Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The commission will also discuss infrastructure plans, HHR wagering takeout, and a proposal to reduce thoroughbred race days per meet to 76.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20January%2031%202023.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Approved%20Meeting%20Minutes%20January%2031%202023.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2022-10-26", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider emergency adoption of new racetrack infrastructure and security rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will hear adjudications for multiple drug violations, consider license approvals for convicted felons, and review association requests including wagering changes at Fair Grounds. The most significant item is the proposed emergency adoption of new rules on racetrack security, barns, internet access, and grandstand amenities, along with approval of infrastructure plans for four racetracks.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20October%2026%202022.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Approved%20Meeting%20Minutes%20October%2026%202022.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2022-08-23", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "LA Racing Commission to adopt new whip rules and infrastructure requirements", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider formal adoption of new rules restricting riding crop use in thoroughbred races and emergency adoption of infrastructure investment requirements per SB272 and HB1055. The commission will also hear adjudications for multiple drug violations involving Zilpaterol and other substances, and approve 2023 racing dates, wagering, and licenses for Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. Other business includes progress reports, committee updates, and discussion of track surface maintenance and stall requests.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20August%2023%202022.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20August%2023%202022.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2022-06-13", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Louisiana Racing Commission to adopt historical horse racing wagering rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will consider formal adoption of new rules for wagering on historical horse racing, a significant regulatory expansion. The meeting also includes license approval for a convicted felon groom, adjudications for drug violations by trainers, and requests from racetracks to amend racing dates. Updates on the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority and state legislation will be discussed.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20June%2013%202022.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20June%2013%202022.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2022-04-26", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Louisiana Racing Commission reviews race meets, licenses, and whip usage rules", "summary": "The Commission is reviewing racing dates, officials, and wagering formats for upcoming meets at Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The agenda also includes adjudications for trainer violations involving Zilpaterol and discussions regarding new rules for the use of riding crops.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_AMENDED%20LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20April%2026%202022.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Meeting%20Minutes%20April%2026%202022.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" }, { "date": "2022-01-28", "body": "Racing Commission", "headline": "Commission to consider technical amendments to historical horse racing rules", "summary": "The Louisiana State Racing Commission will meet online via Zoom and phone on January 28, 2022. The agenda includes requests from Delta Downs to lower takeout on Pick 4 and Pick 5 wagers for Louisiana Premier Day, from Harrah's Louisiana Downs to adjust 2022 quarter horse racing dates, and approval of technical amendments to historical horse racing rules.", "agenda_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingNotices/514_LSRC%20Meeting%20Notice%20January%2028%202022.pdf", "minutes_url": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/MeetingMinutes/514_Approved%20Minutes%20January%2028%202022.pdf", "source": "https://wwwcfprd.doa.louisiana.gov/boardsandcommissions/viewBoard.cfm?board=514" } ] }