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Commission Meeting Agenda
Wednesday January 14, 2026 – Laurel Park, Tycoon Lounge 12:30p.m. - 1:30p.m.
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  1. Approval of November 12, 2025, Minutes
  2. Executive Director’s Report
  3. HISA Voluntary Implementation Agreement 2026
  4. 1/st Racing & The Maryland Jockey Club Request for Future Wager Preakness and Two Day Pick 5 for BES and Preakness
  5. Maryland Bred Race Fund Bonus Percentage Recommendations
  6. Final Approval of Claiming Rule (09.10.01.07)
  7. Onboarding Kit Updated for 2026
  8. Rosecroft Raceway Update
  9. The Maryland Jockey Club Update
  10. Equine Medical Director’s Report
  11. Public Comment

1) The public is requested to mute the call to avoid interruptions; and
2) The public may not speak unless the chair asks them to speak; and
3) The public will be allowed to speak during public comments.

A portion of this meeting may be closed pursuant to the General Provisions Article Annotated Code of Maryland, §3-305(b)


Date of Meeting Location Time
Wednesday, January 14, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, February 11, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, March 11, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, April 8, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, June 10, 2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, July 8, 2026 OPTIONAL 12:30 PM
Wednesday, August 12, 2026 Ocean Downs 12:30 PM
Wednesday, September 19,2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
Wednesday, October 14,2026 Laurel Park, Tycoons Lounge 12:30 PM
November To Be Determined To Be Determined TBD
December To Be Determined To Be Determined 12:30 PM