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The Office of Racing Commissioner
The Office of Racing Commissioner is mandated to promote the safety, security, growth and integrity of all horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering on the results of horse races, and simulcasting conducted at licensed race meetings within Michigan.
Contact the Office of Racing Commissioner
Use this form to send information or comments to the Michigan Office of Racing Commissioner.

Michigan's Horse Race Tracks
Tracks Open for Live Racing
Check out which tracks are open for live racing and the special events they are hosting.
Come and visit one of Michigan's five pari-mutuel horse racing tracks.
Michigan is host to one mixed breed track, three harness racing tracks and one thoroughhbred track, bringing the state a wide spectrum of horse racing excitement.

In the Spotlight
Notice to the Industry Regarding ORC's Integrity Hotline PDF icon
Rules Amended as of May 19, 2009 - Declaratory Ruling, Jockey Weight and Clocker PDF icon
Notice of Use of Cold Therapy on Race Day PDF icon
Equine Owners in Economic Distress
The vast majority of horse owners breed, use and care for their horses responsibly, whether they own them for showing, racing, recreation or other purposes. But in today's economic climate, an increasing number of Michigan's 155,000 horses, ponies, donkeys and mules can no longer be cared for.
Understanding TCO2 Testing PDF icon
The ORC has developed an educational handout for horsemen to review regarding TCO2 testing.
Notice to the Industry - Anabolic Steroid Use in Race Horses in Michigan PDF icon
Use Of Whip During Harness Races Policy Highlights PDF icon
The ORC will use this as its determination for how the whip is used during harness races.
Latest ORC Rule Changes
Three ORC Administrative Rules have been amended, effective February 25, 2009.
ORC Vet and Horse Health Requirements for Standardbred Trainers PDF icon
This informative guide will help you with Michigan's requirements regarding your horse's health records, allowable medications and testing procedures.
Notice to the Industry ORC Begins On-Site Blood Gas Testing PDF icon


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