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Mon Jun 29, 2026

Racing Commission

Racing Commission to adjudicate three trainer drug violations

The Louisiana State Racing Commission will hold a public meeting on June 29, 2026, to adjudicate alleged violations of LAC Title 35 by three trainers. The cases involve positive drug tests for diisopropylamine and orphenadrine, as well as possession of drugs and syringes. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Alex P. Trainer Clark faces adjudication for diisopropylamine (ARCI Category II-B) under Ruling #DD 26494
Eduardo L. Morales faces three adjudications: two for orphenadrine (3rd and 4th violations) and one for possession of drugs, syringes or needles
Esau Hernandez faces two adjudications for diisopropylamine (ARCI Category II-B) under Rulings #DD 26509 and #DD 26510

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Jeff Landry Commissioners Governor Dr. Patrick Bernard Rock M. Bordelon Edward J. Koehl, Jr. Leslie P. Boule Chairman Larry L. Findley, Sr., DVM Earl A. “Boo” Landry, Jr. K. R. “Ron” Finkelstein, O.D. 41° Vice Chair Nathan C. Granger ; ‘ Travis K. Miller, DVM Vincent V. Tumminello, Jr., M.D. Deano Thornton 2" Vice Chair Katherine L. Winters Stephen Landry LOUISIANA STATE RACING COMMISSION Executive Director MEETING NOTICE THE LOUISIANA STATE RACING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AT 10:00 AM ON MONDAY, JUNE 29, 2026 IN THE CONFERENCE ROOM OF THE LOUISIANA STATE RACING COMMISSION HEADQUARTERS, 320 NORTH CARROLLTON AVENUE, SUITE 2-B, NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA. THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE IN-PERSON ONLY. I. ADJUDICATIONS A. VIOLATIONS OF LAC TITLE 35 1. Alex P. Clark, Trainer (Adjudication Referred & Appealed) Ruling #DD 26494 of 06/18/26 Diisopropylamine (ARCI Category II-B) 2. Eduardo L. Morales, Trainer (Adjudtcations Referred) Ruling #DD 26459 of 05/21/26 Orphenadrine (ARCI Category IV - 3rd Violation) Ruling #DD 26475 of 05/29/26 Orphenadrine (ARCI Category IV — 4th Violation) Ruling #DD 26502 of 06/25/26 Possession of Drugs, Syringes or Needles 3. Esau Hernandez, Trainer (Adjudications Referred) Ruling #DD 26509 of 06/26/26 Diisopropylamine (ARCI Category II-B) Ruling #DD 26510 of 06/26/26 Diisopropylamine (ARCI Category II-B) I. ADJOURNMENT NW Stephen'Landry Executive Director This notice was posted at the entrance of the Louisiana State Racing Commi …

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Wed Apr 29, 2026

Racing Commission

Commission to approve 2026-27 racing dates, licenses, and wagering for four tracks

The Louisiana State Racing Commission will hold a public meeting to consider license approvals, racing dates, post times, and wagering rules for the 2026-2027 thoroughbred and quarter horse meets at Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs. The agenda also includes ratification of race officials, adjudication of multiple equine drug positives and other rule violations, and a budget request for hair testing programs.

Approval of 10-year racetrack and OTB licenses for Delta Downs, Evangeline Downs, Fair Grounds, and Louisiana Downs
Approval of 76 thoroughbred dates (10/09/26-02/20/27) at Delta Downs and 46 quarter horse dates (10/02/26-12/19/26) at Evangeline Downs
Louisiana Downs requests to swap race day from June 13 to June 6, 2026
Adjudication of 12 trainer equine drug positives, including 3-Hydroxylidocaine, Clenbuterol, and D-Methamphetamine
Approval of $1 WPS, exacta, trifecta, and superfecta wagering for all meets

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AMENDED MEETING NOTICE THE LOUISIANA STATE RACING COMMISSION WILL HOLD A PUBLIC MEETING AT 10:00 AM ON WEDNESDAY, APRIL 29 , 2026 AT THE LOUISIANA EQUINE SALES & EVENT CENTER, 372 HARRY GUILBEAU ROAD, OPELOUSAS, LOUISIANA. THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND AND PARTICIPATE IN-PERSON ONLY. APPROVAL OF FEBRUARY 23, 2026 MEETING MINUTES REMINDER: COMMISSIONERS’ ETHICS DISCLOSURE DUE BY MAY 15TH I. ASSOCIATION REQUESTS/REPORTS A. BOYD RACING, LLC d/b/a DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK, CASINO & HOTEL 1. PROGRESS REPORT 2026 QUARTER HORSE MEET 2. RACES a. Ratification of first condition book for 2026 quarter horse meet. b. Ratification of designated races for 2026 quarter horse meet: 04/24/26 Miss Polly Classic – Gr. III 04/24/26 Titanium Stakes – RG3 04/24/26 Old South Derby Trials 04/25/26 Old South Futurity Trials 04/30/26 Lassie Futurity Trials 05/01/26 Laddie Futurity Trials 05/09/26 Mother’s Day 05/15/26 Old South Derby Finals 05/16/26 Old South Futurity Finals 05/22/26 Lassie Futurity RG3 05/22/26 Lassie Stake 05/23/26 Laddie Futurity RG2 05/23/26 Laddie Stake 05/30/26 Delta Dash 06/06/26 Virgil Bond 06/12/26 Firecracker Futurity Trials 06/13/26 Firecracker Derby Trials 06/17/26 Delta Downs Louisiana Bred Oaks Trials Jeff Landry Governor Edward J. Koehl, Jr. Chairman Earl A. “Boo” Landry, Jr. 1st Vice Chair Vincent V. Tumminello, Jr., M.D. 2nd Vice Chair Commissioners Dr. Patrick Bernard Rock M. Bordelon Leslie P. Bouie Larry L. Findley, …

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Mon Feb 23, 2026

Racing Commission

Racing Commission proposes rules for horse betting in sports book lounges

The Racing Commission is proposing new administrative rules (LAC 35:XV.Chapter 126) to allow pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing inside retail sports book lounges. The rules cover licensing, agreements, floor plans, separate accounting, employee duties, and annual audits. A public hearing or adoption vote may occur at this meeting.

Proposed rule change to allow off-track pari-mutuel wagering in sports book lounges
Requires licensed associations to submit agreements with host entities for Commission and Gaming Control Board approval
Mandates separate accounting systems and physical separation of pari-mutuel and sports wagering areas
Sets minimum requirements for self-betting terminals, teller stands, and employee duties
Requires annual financial audits and 5-year record retention for all pari-mutuel transactions

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✓ Decided: Commission approves multiple racing date changes and disciplinary actions

The Louisiana State Racing Commission approved several racing date amendments, including removing 3 race days from Evangeline Downs' thoroughbred meet and 21 days from Louisiana Downs' thoroughbred meet, plus a new Jackpot Pick 6 wagering form. The Commission also adopted a new rule on off-track wagering in sports book lounges and took disciplinary actions against jockeys and trainers, including a 5-year license revocation for jockey Ricardo Hernandez Jr. and a 5-year suspension for trainer John E. Norwood Jr.

Approved Resolution 2026-01 on facility and maintenance infrastructure improvements for Boyd Gaming (unanimous)
Approved amended 2026 thoroughbred meet for Evangeline Downs removing 3 race days
Approved new Jackpot Pick 6 wagering form for Evangeline Downs 2026 thoroughbred meet
Approved amended 2026 quarter horse meet for Louisiana Downs to make up weather-related closures
Approved amended 2026 thoroughbred meet for Louisiana Downs removing 21 days
Adopted LAC 35:XV.Chapter 126 — Offtrack Wagering in Sports Book Lounge (new rule)
Approved plea agreement: jockey Ricardo Hernandez Jr. license revoked 5 years (Feb 23, 2026–Feb 22, 2031), reapply after 3 years
Approved amended plea: trainer John E. Norwood Jr. suspended 5 years (May 1, 2026–Apr 30, 2031), reapply after 2 years

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FORMAL ADOPTION Office of the Governor Division of Administration Racing Commission Offtrack Wagering in Sports Book Lounge (LAC 35:XV.Chapter 126) In accordance with the provisions of the Administrative Procedure Act, R.S. 49:950 et seq., and through the authority granted in R.S. 4:148, notice is hereby given that the Racing Commission proposes to a dopt LAC 35:XV.Chapter 126 . The proposed rule change would enact administrative rules and requirements in order for sports book lounges to operate pari- mutuel wagering per the authority granted by and requirements included in R.S. 4:213. Title 35 HORSE RACING Part XV. Off-Track Wagering Chapter 126. Offtrack Wagering in Sports Book Lounge §12601. Plan of Operations for Sports Book Lounge A. Pursuant to R.S. 4:213(B), an association licensed by the Commission, who is the primary licensee operating at a pari -mutuel facility, who seeks to offer pari -mutuel wagering in the retail sports book lounge of a host entity, as defined in R.S. 4:211, shal l first apply for an offtrack wagering facility license in accordance with racing laws including, but not limited to, R.S. 4:213 and 4:214. The association shall submit its agreement with the respective host entity to the Commission as part of the offt rack wagering license application. The agreement shall be subject to approval by the Commission and Louisiana Gaming Control Board, prior to the approval of the application and offering offtrack wagering in a …

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LOUISIANA STATE RACING COMMISSION MINUTES -— February 23, 2026 As transcribed by Julia D. Harper, Certified Court Reporter COMMISSIONERS IN ATTENDANCE Edward J. Koehl, Jr., Chairman Earl A. “Boo” Landry, 1* Vice Chair Vincent V. Tumminello, Jr., M.D., 2" Vice Chair A p p ROVE D Dr. Patrick Bernard Leslie M. Bouie At the On 7 Meeting of Dr. Larry L. Findley, Sr. Ayn Nathan C. Granger Travis K. Miller, DVM aa Deano Thornton Katherine L. Winters Ay /\ me) 5 7 ABSENT __ Executive Director Rock M. Bordelon Lopigiana State Racing Commission K. R. “Ron” Finkelstein, O.D. The Meeting of the Louisiana State Racing Commission (LSRC) is called to order by the Chairman on Monday, February 23, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Black Gold Room of Fair Grounds Race Course & Slots, 1751 Gentilly Boulevard, New Orleans, Louisiana. Roll Call is taken; a quorum is present. RR RR I KE Commissioner Bouie motions to approve the November 17, 2025 Meeting Minutes; Commissioner Tumminello seconds; motion carries. FO IRI I. ASSOCIATION REQUESTS/REPORTS A. BOYD RACING, LLC d/b/a DELTA DOWNS RACETRACK, CASINO & HOTEL 1, PROGRESS REPORT Mr. John Simon, Racing Secretary and Director of Racing at Delta Downs, states that Delta’s 2025-2026 thoroughbred meet ended on Saturday, February 215. He announces that their closing night’s handle was 2.3 million, which is $300,000 more than last year. He notes that handle for this meet was up 4% but starters per race was flat. He mentions how they did not receive …

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