Under the direction of President Russell Williams, the U.S. Trotting Association has worked with the National Horsemen’s Benevolent & Protective Association (NHBPA) and North America Association of Racetrack Veterinarians (NAARV) to create a joint letter from the three organizations sent to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requesting an investigation of the Horseracing Integrity and Safety Authority’s (HISA) handling of confidential veterinary information following a data-security incident involving the HISA Portal.
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USTA adds ACH online and Discover card to payment options starting Oct. 1
In an effort to enhance the services provided to the harness racing industry, the U.S. Trotting Association announced Tuesday (Sept. 1) that starting on Oct. 1 free online ACH payments will be available and Discover card has been added as a new payment option. In addition, the USTA will be updating their payment processing procedures to include a 3% processing fee for all credit or debit card transactions.
USTA Director nominations due October 1
Twenty U.S. Trotting Association membership director seats are scheduled for election on Tuesday, December 8, 2026. USTA members interested in seeking election to the Board of Directors may declare their candidacy by filing a written nomination petition with the USTA.
USTA to conduct ROAP Continuing Education Nov. 22-23 at The Meadows
The U.S. Trotting Association (USTA) will offer a 16-hour Continuing Education (CE) seminar for accredited racing officials on Sunday (Nov. 22) and Monday (Nov. 23) at Hollywood Casino at The Meadows in Washington, PA.
USTA partner Merck’s counsel on staying ahead of emerging equine health threats
The U.S. Trotting Association’s partnership with Merck Animal Health is part of our broader commitment to equine health and the well-being of the Standardbred horse. Our work together on microchip initiatives is one example of that commitment and of Merck’s broader efforts to advance equine health.
Saturday HarnessRacing.com Show to feature Hambletonian drivers
The HarnessRacing.com Show, presented by the Standardbred Horse Sales Company, which will showcase the top drivers in this year’s $1 million Grade 1 Winning Key Farm Hambletonian at The Meadowlands, is scheduled for Saturday (Aug. 8) at 11 a.m.
USTA Hambletonian Contenders’ videos slated for this week
The U.S. Trotting Association’s annual Hambletonian Contenders’ video series, presented by the Hambletonian Society and Winbak Farm, is scheduled to be posted on USTrotting social media throughout this week from Monday (Aug. 3) through Friday (Aug. 7).
HarnessRacing.com Show Thursday previews G1 Delvin Miller Adios
The HarnessRacing.com Show, presented by the Standardbred Horse Sales Company, on Thursday (July 23) at 5 p.m. (EDT) will preview this Saturday’s (July 25) Grade 1 $420,000 Delvin Miller Adios, presented by 1ST/BET.
USTA launches webpage to assist industry in utilizing the Equine Health & Wellness Database
In an effort to help the industry understand and better utilize the Equine Health & Wellness Database, on Monday (July 13), the United States Trotting Association launched a new web page with information and explanations on how to use it.
HarnessRacing.com Show Thursday previews Meadowlands Pace
The HarnessRacing.com Show, presented by the Standardbred Horse Sales Company, on Thursday (July 9) at 5 p.m. (EDT) will preview this Saturday’s (July 11) Meadowlands Pace.