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HomeBusiness and Professions CodeDiv. 8Ch. 4Art. 6.5§ 19546 Mixed Breed Horse Racing

§ 19546 Mixed Breed Horse Racing

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§ 19546 Mixed Breed Horse Racing

Key Takeaways

  • •Fairs in California can have horse races with different types of horses, like thoroughbreds, quarter horses, and even ponies.
  • •Some races, like barrel races and jumping races, can have all kinds of horses competing together.
  • •People can bet money on these races if the place is approved by the state.

Example

A fair in California wants to have a race where different types of horses can compete together.

The fair can have a mixed breed race, like a barrel race, where thoroughbreds, quarter horses, and even ponies can race together. People can also bet money on these races if the fair is approved by the state.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 19546 Mixed Breed Horse Racing

(a) In order to encourage and develop the racing of all horses in California, regardless of breed, whenever a fair conducts a program of parimutuel wagering, it may provide a program of mixed breed racing that includes thoroughbred racing, harness racing, quarter horse racing, Arabian racing, paint racing, Appaloosa racing, steeplechase races, barrel races, and show jumping races. (b) All recognized breeds of horses may compete in barrel races, show jumping races, and steeplechase races. Parimutuel wagering may be conducted on barrel races, show jumping races, and steeplechase races at any public or private facility that has been approved and licensed by the board. (Amended by Stats. 2000, Ch. 1082, Sec. 58. Effective January 1, 2001.)

Last verified: January 22, 2026

Key Terms

mixed breed racingparimutuel wageringbarrel racesshow jumping racessteeplechase races

Related Statutes

  • § 19540 Fair Horse Racing Requirements
  • § 19401 Horse Racing Wagering Rules
  • § 19440 Board Powers Horse Racing
  • § 19444 Board Racing Oversight Powers
  • § 19533.5 Mixed Breed Horse Racing

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Business and Professions Code. Section 19546.
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