Overseeing national, uniform integrity and safety rules for Thoroughbred racing in the U.S.
September 21, 2023 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) has submitted proposed rule changes to its Racetrack Safety Program to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for review. A red-lined document noting these proposed changes is available
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Interested in working at HISA? Qualified applicants may email their resume and a cover letter to Niki Robb at niki.robb@hisaus.org.
Stewards
Stewards at the racetrack are the first-level administrative hearing body when there is a suspected rule violation – whether that rule is a state racing commission rule or a HISA safety rule. Stewards are typically employed by a commission or a racetrack, and they are hired for their racing experience and professional judgment.
When certain HISA safety rule infractions are suspected (such as misuse of the riding crop), the stewards working at the racetrack hear and rule on the case. That hearing follows the same procedures already in place at the track for stewards’ hearings, and everyone has the ability to appeal any ruling that results. Appeals are heard by a subset of the HISA Board of Directors. Certain other suspected HISA safety rule infractions are considered by a subset of the HISA Safety Committee, which may choose to hear the matter itself or refer the matter to another adjudicatory panel. Any rulings that result may be appealed to the HISA Board.
Additionally, if you would have any questions regarding stewarding under HISA please email Marc Guilfoil, Director of Stewarding, at Marc.Guilfoil@hisaus.org.