G. R. Carter

The agenda for this meeting included several key discussions and potential actions. Topics covered were the review and possible approval of the January 15, 2026 minutes, executive staff reports on operations, and discussion regarding the approval and submission of an FY 2026 budget revision. Significant action items involved approval in concept for an equine biological testing integrity program for 2026-2028 Quarter Horse meets, adoption of the annual fee schedule effective March 1st, 2026, and review of the Oklahoma Breeding Development Fund status, including coordination of a Request for Proposals for a new program vendor. The agenda also included discussion on adopting a continuity-of-operations protocol for emergency licensing/access, updates on developing rules for training facilities conducting official workouts, and seeking Commission guidance on operational protocols when federal immigration enforcement personnel request access to restricted areas. A portion of the meeting was designated for executive session regarding personnel matters.

The meeting addressed a directive regarding jockey mount fee changes to be proposed in the commission's permanent rule making.

The meeting included discussions and possible actions regarding the CY 2026 racing and gaming applications of Fair Meadows, Will Rogers Downs, and Remington Park, including security plans review and potential approval of license orders and race dates. The commission also discussed the reconciliation of wagers that occurred without a simulcast contract and proposed rule amendments to various chapters in the Rules of Racing under permanent rulemaking. Additionally, there were discussions and possible actions regarding proposed final orders in cases concerning substance violations, as well as the implementation of hair testing. The meeting concluded with new business and announcements.

The meeting included discussions and possible actions regarding the minutes of previous meetings, executive staff reports, and preliminary consideration of CY 2026 racing and gaming applications. The commission also convened in executive session to discuss the employment of the Interim Executive Director, the resignation of the former Executive Director, and confidential communications between the commission and counsel concerning Goss v. Cathey. Additionally, there was an update on the Oklahoma Breeding Development Fund Special Account Forensic Audit.

The meeting will cover various topics including the approval of minutes from previous meetings, a report by the Executive Director, construction updates on building projects at Remington Park, and possible final action on proposed rule amendments to certain chapters in Rules of Racing. Also to be discussed is a directive regarding jockey mount fee changes and a petition for appeal filed on behalf of Gary Walker. The commission may also discuss and take action on an article published in the Norman Transcript regarding the Oklahoma Horse Racing Commission.