Nebraska Administrative Code Topic - RACING COMMISSION, STATE
The Nebraska State Racing Commission and its associated rules are codified under Title 294 of the Nebraska Administrative Code, covering horse racing and gaming. Here's an organized overview:
🏇 Core Regulatory Structure
1. Title 294 – Rules & Regulations Governing Horse Racing
Chapter 2 – General Rules (Racing Commission)
These rules apply statewide to all individuals and entities involved in horse racing (owners, trainers, jockeys, officials, security, etc.) and include standards on conduct at racetracks—e.g., requiring licensees to carry licenses at all times, prohibiting firearms in barn areas, and guidelines for disturbances or ejections (law.cornell.edu).
Chapter 1 – Definitions
Defines essential terms like “Commission,” “Association,” “Coupled Entry,” “Field,” etc. (nrgc.nebraska.gov).
2. Chapter 13 – Racing Officials
Specifies the qualifications, accreditation, and duties of racing officials (stewards, judges, starters, etc.).
Officials must be accredited (e.g., through Racing Commissioners International), avoid conflicts of interest, and are forbidden from wagering on races. (nrgc.nebraska.gov, law.cornell.edu).
3. Chapter 24 – Nebraska-Bred Rules
Governs eligibility and requirements for Nebraska-bred horses.
Includes rules on registry, breeder incentives, and provides that aggrieved parties may request hearings within 30 days ─ overseen by the Nebraska Racing & Gaming Commission. (regulations.justia.com).
4. Chapter 25 – Quarter Horse Racing
Contains rules specific to quarter horse races, such as weight requirements and jockey allowances. (nrgc.nebraska.gov).
⚖️ Statutory Foundation: Revised Statutes Chapter 2‑1201–1229
Establishes the State Racing & Gaming Commission as a seven-member body appointed by the Governor, with defined terms (4 years) and geographic/political diversification rules (nebraskalegislature.gov).
Prohibits commissioners from holding financial interests in tracks or gaming operations during their term (nebraskalegislature.gov).
Statute § 2‑1213 limits license issuance per county and mandates races for Nebraska-bred horses, with breeder-allocated purse percentages. It also authorizes registrars and sets their fees and appeal processes. (codes.findlaw.com).
🏛 Agency Composition & Oversight
The Commission has seven voting members (one per congressional district + four at-large).
Membership rules ensure no more than four from a single party and no more than two from the same county. Governors appoint members, confirmed by the Legislature. (nebraskalegislature.gov).
Salaries are tied to CPI adjustments; members are bonded or insured as required. (nebraskalegislature.gov).
The Commission’s offices are located at the Nebraska State Office Building in Lincoln. .
âś… Summary Table
Scope
Covered In
Licensing & Conduct Rules
Admin Code Title 294, Ch. 2, 13
Definitions & Racing Terminology
Admin Code Title 294, Ch. 1
Nebraska-Bred Horse Standards
Admin Code Title 294, Ch. 24, §24.009
Quarter Horse Race Regulations
Admin Code Title 294, Ch. 25
Legal Commission Framework
Nebraska Rev. Stat. Chapter 2, §§2-1201–1218
🔍 Next Steps
For detailed rule texts (e.g., weight classes, steward duties), refer directly to Title 294 PDFs (e.g., Nebraska’s official site or Justia).
For Commission decisions, meeting dates, or license applications, consult the Nebraska Racing & Gaming Commission website or contact their Lincoln office.
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