November 14, 2024 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is accepting new applications for experienced industry experts to join HISA’s Horsemen’s Advisory Group to replace several members whose terms are up at the end of the year. The Advisory Group was formed by HISA in 2022 to provide formal feedback to HISA’s executive team and standing committees on the implementation and evolution of its Racetrack Safety Program and Anti-Doping and Medication Control (ADMC) Program. The Advisory Group has been responsible for recommending a number of rule modifications that were ultimately advanced to HISA’s Standing Committees and Board of Directors.
HISA is inviting all racing participants who wish to be considered for membership in the Advisory Group to email <a title="mailto:horsemensadvisory@hisaus.org" href="mailto:horsemensadvisory@hisaus.org" data-linkindex="0">horsemensadvisory@hisaus.org</a> indicating their interest and qualifications by Thursday, December 12, 2024. Applicants who have applied in the past and received an email indicating their application was retained will not need to reapply. 
The Advisory Group’s membership, available in full <a title="https://hisaus.org/about-us?cat=horsemens-advisory-group" href="https://hisaus.org/about-us?cat=horsemens-advisory-group" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">here</a>, includes trainers, owners, veterinarians, backstretch employees and representatives of racing offices and aftercare initiatives who collectively represent a wide variety of viewpoints across racing. Advisory Group members are expected to join monthly virtual (and occasionally in-person) meetings with HISA leadership to provide feedback on HISA’s rules and processes, as well as be available to weigh in on time-sensitive issues affecting horsemen as needed.