CHRB agree to investigate Justify scopolamine issue to settle lawsuit

Mick Ruis announced on July 24, 2020, that he has reached an agreement in principle with the California Horse Racing Board (CHRB) regarding a settlement of pending litigation in Los Angeles County Superior Court. The preliminary agreement is intended to resolve claims against the CHRB for failure to hold a purse disqualification hearing related to…

Take action for California racehorses

Racehorse killings continue at California racetracks. California Governor Gavin Newsom who was very vocal during Santa Anita's final season of death has gone quiet. Three racehorses have already been killed at Del Mar. What is he waiting for? How many killings does it take? Yes, we know that the State is still recovering from the…

California Governor steps in to protect racehorses

California Governor Gavin Newsom Thursday announced his support for SB 469, which would authorize the California Horse Racing Board to suspend horse racing licenses to protect the health and safety of horses and riders, reports the Pasadena Star-News: “The recent horse fatalities in California are unacceptable,” Newsom said in a statement. “We must hold the…