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The Horsemen’s Happenings email newsletter is published at least twice each month by the MTHA, Horsemen’s Happenings delivers timely news, industry updates, racing information, legislative developments, health and welfare resources, business opportunities, and feature stories that matter to horsemen nationwide.

The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association is the officially authorized organization that represents, assists and promotes the interests of Maryland's Thoroughbred owners and trainers.

June 1, 2026
The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority has released a new Equine Health Advisory on the risk of fatal injury in covered horses previously placed on the veterinarians’ list as being unsound.

June 1, 2026
A new law signed by Governor Wes Moore on April 14 makes it a criminal offense to knowingly send a racehorse or breeding stock to slaughter for commercial purposes.

June 7, 2026
As Maryland horsemen prepare for the annual summer racing break at Laurel Park, the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) and The Maryland Jockey Club (TMJC) would like to remind owners and trainers that the Maryland-Bred Owner & Developer Bonus Program will again be available this summer at Colonial Downs and Delaware Park.
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