However, links are provided to other racing related web sites that will direct internet users to a wide array of helpful information. The Commission site includes information regarding licensing and breed development. Web surfers can link to the new multi-jurisdiction license application for owners. The Commission s Regulatory News newsletters and annual report will appear on the site in advance of the printed editions. Built into the site is an e-mail vehicle that will allow users to communicate with Commission staff on subjects such as licensing and breed development.
Users can also request general information via the web site e-mail.
The high court denied a petition to transfer an appeal made by Cathy Rheinheimer regarding a wrongly issued injunction, thus letting stand an Indiana Court of Appeals decision in favor of the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. The Supreme Court s action upholds the Commission's position that a person who is the subject of disciplinary action by the Stewards must first exhaust his or her administrative remedies available through the Commission before seeking the assistance of a court of law. The Rheinheimer matter involves the eligibility of five thoroughbreds entered in the Indiana-owned registry for the 1997 thoroughbred meet. Shortly thereafter, Rheinheimer sought the assistance of the Madison Circuit Court and was granted an injunction which allowed her to race her horses as Indiana owned for the balance of the 1997 race meet. As a result of an appeal instituted by the Commission, the injunction of the trial court was overturned by the Court of Appeals and an order was issued indicating that the Commission was entitled to its attorney fees for defending the trial court and appellate court proceedings which Rheinheimer s actions had necessitated.