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The State Office Building in Portland houses the central offices of the Oregon Racing Commission. (Oregon State Archives Photo)
Present Duties
The Oregon Racing Commission was established in 1933 as part of the Pari-Mutuel Wagering Act. The agency regulates all aspects of the pari-mutuel industry in Oregon. The commission currently regulates all horse racing where pari-mutuel wagering is conducted. Regulation occurs both on track and at off-track wagering facilities and covers all aspects of the operation. In addition, the commission regulates multi-jurisdictional hubs (currently nine) licensed in the state. Proceeds from pari-mutuel racing not used for the commission’s operation are transferred to the state general fund. The executive director, supervisor of horse racing, supervisor of pari-mutuels, chief of investigations and other officials appointed by the commission currently administer six horse pari-mutuel race meets which are conducted annually at various locations throughout the state. Members of the commission are appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate.
Contact Information
Mailing Address: 800 NE Oregon St., Suite 310, Portland 97232
Telephone: 971-673-0207
Fax: 971-673-0213
General E-mail: randy.evers@state.or.us
Contact: Randy Evers, Executive Director
Administrative Rules Coordinator E-mail: Nancy A. Artmann
Staff Directory from Oregon.gov
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Legal and Legislative Information
Statutory Authority: ORS 462.210
Administration Budget Analysis (pdf) - by Legislative Fiscal Office
Audit Reports - select agency from menu
Records, Publications and General Information
State Archives Holdings - a select list of the agency's records available for research at the State Archives
State Library Publications - a link to the Oregon State Library Catalog