RMTC: Confidentiality in Research Necessary
An official explains why confidentiality is used when setting medication thresholds and withdrawal times.
An official explains why confidentiality is used when setting medication thresholds and withdrawal times.

Regulatory administration of race-day anti-bleeding medication has provided a clearer picture of drug testing.
The New Mexico Environment Department denied Valley Meats’ wastewater permit request, pending a hearing.
The schedule is subject to change due to drought that is limiting animals’ water and forage resources.
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission approved a “rapid response” protocol to examine emerging illegal drugs.
The model rule represents a plan to provide appropriate penalties for violations of medication regulations.
The regulations are a “living document” that likely will be adjusted based on industry needs, one group says.
Some veterinarians expressed concerns over the proposed clenbuterol withdrawal time and testing levels.
McConnell has pleaded guilty to 12 of the misdemeanor animal cruelty against him.
A second meat plant has received a USDA permit to begin processing horses for human consumption.
The BLM requests public nominations to fill three Wild Horse and Burro Advisory Board positions.
The drugs, only available through compounding pharmacies, will be high-level violations if used in racing.

A meat plant in New Mexico has received a federal permit to begin processing horses.

The BLM’s Palomino Valley Wild Horse and Burro Center installed sprinklers to reduce heat levels in corrals.
The BLM is seeking comment on the environmental assessment for the Humboldt herd area wild horse gather plan.
Ohio horsemen will pay more to offset the cost of equine drug testing under a resolution adopted June 27.
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