The purpose of this chapter is to protect the integrity of horse racing, to ensure the health and welfare of horses under the jurisdiction of the commission, and to safeguard the interests of the public and the participants in racing. The commission will hold an annual public meeting, to review veterinarian practices, equine health and medication. This meeting will include:
(1) An annual report from an official veterinarian.
(2) Presentation of data regarding equine medication and treatment, including a review of the commission's quantitative medication levels and any recommendations for modifications.
(3) Public comment regarding equine health and safety, medication and veterinarian practices.
[Statutory Authority: RCW
67.16.020 and
67.16.040. WSR 07-07-036, § 260-70-510, filed 3/12/07, effective 4/12/07; WSR 06-09-009, § 260-70-510, filed 4/10/06, effective 5/11/06. Statutory Authority: RCW
67.16.040. WSR 96-10-001, § 260-70-510, filed 4/17/96, effective 5/18/96.]