December 23, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is pleased to announce the addition of Conrad Bandoroff, Dr. Kristina Eisaman, Carly Schuerger, Sophie Shore and Whitney Verbal to its Next Generation Advisory Group. Formed in 2024, this body of racing industry participants provides HISA’s executive team and Standing Committees with form…

December 10, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) today announced the upcoming launch of the HISA Equine Recovery Foundation (HERF), an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing critical assistance for Thoroughbred racehorses sustaining a career-ending injury during racing. Set to begin operations in early 2026, HERF’s missi…

December 8, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) today announced the launch of a comprehensive review aimed at updating the Veterinarians’ List and Stewards’ List categories across U.S. Thoroughbred racing, with changes targeted for 2026. Through this initiative, HISA aims to modernize and harmonize these oversight tools, providing addit…

November 26, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is currently accepting applications for new members to serve on its Veterinary Advisory Committee (VAC) beginning in February 2026. The VAC consists of Regulatory and Attending Veterinarians from a broad range of professional backgrounds and geographic regions, ensuring representation of …

November 20, 2025 (Lexington, KY) – The Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority (HISA) is pleased to announce the members of its newly established Medical Advisory Committee, a group of leading medical professionals with a broad range of specialties from across the United States who will provide expert guidance on matters related to jockey health, safety and well-being.