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Come and visit one of Michigan's six pari-mutuel horse racing tracks.
Michigan is host to one mixed breed track, four harness racing tracks and one thoroughhbred track that is under construction, bringing the state a wide spectrum of horse racing excitement.

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The Office of Racing Commissioner
The Office of Racing Commissioner is mandated to promote the safety, security, growth and integrity of all horse racing and pari-mutuel wagering on the results of horse races, and simulcasting conducted at licensed race meetings within Michigan.

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Contact the Office of Racing Commissioner
Please use this form to send information or comments to the Michigan Office of Racing Commissioner.

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In the Spotlight
Employment Opportunity with the ORC
The ORC is looking for equine veterinarians to fill a number of part-time positions during the 2008 horse racing season.
Horse Health and Safety is Our Priority
The Michigan Office of Racing Commissioner is committed to the health, safety and welfare of all racehorses in our jursidiction. We have several experienced equine veterinarians on staff and at each race to oversee the wellbeing of the horses.
Office of Racing Commissioner 2007 Annual Report PDF icon
The six Michigan tracks held a total of 1935 days of live racing and simulcast broadcasting. Over one million fans wagered $260 million in 2007. State revenue through taxes topped $8 million.
ATTENTION DRIVERS
Driving at the Fairs
ORC has updated the required veterinarian forms PDF icon
Order of the Racing Commissioner Prohibiting the Possession and/or Use of EPO and DarEPO and Establishing Protocols for Horses Testing Positive for the Drugs or the Antibodies of these Drugs PDF icon
Effective November 15, fingerprinting fees are now $36. PDF icon
Remember to Update all EHV Vaccination Certifications
Valid EHV certifications must be provided in order to race.

Michigan Celebrates 75 Years of Pari-Mutuel Horse Racing
Horse Health and Safety is Our Priority
The Michigan Office of Racing Commissioner is committed to the health, safety and welfare of all racehorses in our jursidiction. We have several experienced equine veterinarians on staff and at each race to oversee the wellbeing of the horses.

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Economics of Horse Racing in Michigan
Horseracing is economically valuable to the state of Michigan. Read on to find out more about the postitive contribution our industry makes to the State's economy.

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Winningest Female Jockey
This Date in History

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Breeds of Race Horses in Michigan
There are several breeds of horses raced in Michigan - Standardbred, Thoroughbred, Quarter Horse, Arabian and American Paint. Learn more about each breed.

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Michigan Pari-Mutuel Horseracing - 75 Years of History
Michigan Pari-Mutuel Horseracing Through the Decades

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Hazel Park Harness Raceway
Hazel Park, Michigan

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Jackson Harness Raceway
Jackson, Michigan

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Mount Pleasant Meadows
Mount Pleasant, Michigan

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