Collaborative and Open Policymaking
The ARCI strongly believes that the best regulatory policy is developed through expert briefings and open dialogue with those affected.
Anti-Doping and Sensible Medication Control
When a doping or medication violation is found, it is extremely rare for ARCI members to be overturned in the courts.
Safe Horses and Honest Sport
ARCI standards have a simple mission: safeguard horses and give every participant and fan and honest contest.
Best Practice Standards for All Breeds
The ARCI recognizes the differences in racing thoroughbreds, Standardbreds and Quarter Horses and develops standards applicable to each breed.
Aftercare a Priority for All.
The ARCI believes there is a moral responsibility to care for our equine and canine athletes upon retirement and puts a focus on this need and those who are meeting it at every ARCI conference.
Continuing Education for Regulators
ARCI meetings and webinars offer regulators updated information necessary to perform their duties.
For 80+ years, ARCI works to protect horses and honest sport
The Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI) provides a mechanism for collective policy formation, exchange of information, research, education and training, integrity advocacy, and the development of reforms and services designed to assist its members protect horses and ensure honest sport.
ARCI member agencies conduct background investigations and license the participants in professional racing in order to safeguard the public interest. Anti-doping programs operated by member agencies are the most aggressive in professional sport – testing for more substances at deeper levels. Members officiate the contests and sanction those who violate rules. Member agencies adjudicate appeals and seasoned prosecutors are rarely overturned when challenged in court. The ARCI collaborates with racing industry organizations who share our common goal of ensuring safe horses and integrity in sport.
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