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KENTUCKY HORSE RACING COMMISSION

The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission (KHRC) is an independent agency of state government charged with regulating horse racing, pari-mutuel wagering, and sports wagering in the Commonwealth. The KHRC is a leader in the welfare of horse and rider and the safety and integrity of horse racing.

Meeting Notice: The regular meeting of the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission scheduled for June 18, 2024, has been cancelled. A meeting of the new Kentucky Horse Racing and Gaming Corp. will be held at 10:30 a.m. on July 1. Details and a meeting agenda will be announced at a later date.  Thank you.

Contact us at 859-246-2040 or click here for more contact information. | Report an Integrity Violation

Address Change
The Kentucky Horse Racing Commission has a new address. Be sure to update your records:
KHRC
4047 Iron Works Parkway
Lexington, KY 40511

SPORTS WAGERING IS OPEN IN KENTUCKY
Following the passage of House Bill 551, the Kentucky Horse Racing Commission approved administrative regulations that set the timeline for the implementation of sports wagering in Kentucky.

Retail locations opened on September 7, 2023, and mobile applications opened on September 28, 2023. 

Find out more about sports wagering in Kentucky