Pennsylvania Code
Title 7 - AGRICULTURE
Part VIII - State Horse Racing Commission
Subpart B - Licensing
Chapter 181 - LICENSED RACING ENTITIES-TEMPORARY REGULATIONS
Section 181.1 - General provisions

(a) Purpose. The purpose of this part is to set forth the requirements for individuals seeking to obtain a license to conduct horse race meetings, describe the duties, responsibilities, facilities, equipment and operations of the license racing entities, consistent with the provisions of section 9318 of the act (relating to licenses for horse race meetings).

(b) Knowledge of rules. All licensed racing entities, their directors, officers, officials and employees are responsible for the conduct of their horse race meeting, including but not limited to all live racing, simulcasted racing and pari-mutuel wagering activities within their facilities and racetrack enclosure.

(c) General duty. All licensed racing entities, their directors, officers, officials and employees shall be familiar with, abide by and enforce the provisions of the act and the rules, regulations and orders of the Commission or the Board of Judges and Board of Stewards.

(d) Exemption. A licensed racing entity may request an exemption from a requirement in this chapter to utilize new technology or innovative construction or design of the racetrack facilities. The Commission may grant an exemption if the Commission determines that: