(Austin, Texas - Wednesday, September 20, 2017) - At its meeting today, the Texas Racing Commission approved an amendment to Rule 309.8- Racetrack License Fees, establishing an unfavorable new schedule for racetrack license fees. The approved rule amendment will now be published in the Texas Register for 30 days for public comment. Once the rule amendment is published in the Texas Register, the Texas Horsemen's Partnership will be urging horsemen to submit comments in opposition to such a rule change, and we will be providing you with some sample language and information on how and where to submit your comments.

To read the proposed funding proposal that was approved today, click on the link below:

Texas Racing Commission Funding Proposal - 9/5/17