Applicability

These rules apply to all proceedings for disciplinary action of licensees and associated proceedings including disqualification. (7-1-24) 131. EXEMPTION FROM THE IDAHO RULES OF ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL. 01. Findings. In accordance with Section 54-2509(4), Idaho Code, the Racing Commission makes the following findings: (7-1-24) a. Horse racing is a sport requiring racing officials to make immediate binding decisions affecting the races and participants in the races. (7-1-24) b. A central element of horse racing is pari-mutuel betting, and public confidence in the outcome of races is critical to the racing industry and the general public. (7-1-24) c. Racing seasons at certain locations are often very short and involve preliminary and final races requiring quick action in order for disciplinary action to be effective and in order to permit final races to be run without controversy as to the participants and winners. (7-1-24) d. Nationwide, participants in racing have become accustomed to, and acknowledge the need for, immediate authoritative decisions and quick disciplinary action. (7-1-24) e. Proceedings by the Board of Stewards are governed exclusively by this chapter. (7-1-24) IDAHO ADMINISTRATIVE CODE IDAPA 11.04.01 – Rules Governing the Idaho State Police / Racing Commission Idaho State Racing Commission Section 132 Page 40