“USADA greatly appreciates the leadership of Congressman Tonko (D-NY 20th District) and Congressman Barr (R-KY 6th District) in introducing the Thoroughbred Horseracing Integrity Act of 2015, and we support this legislation that would allow for a national solution to the problem of doping in horseracing. The sport of horseracing has been a part of American culture for hundreds of years, and we are hopeful that an independent, robust and harmonized anti-doping program can help to preserve the sport for generations to come. USADA will continue to support those in the sport of horseracing, who value clean sport and want to protect the integrity of competition, and the health and safety of the jockeys and horses.”
Statement from USADA CEO Travis T. Tygart on the Introduction of the Thoroughbred Horseracing Integrity Act of 2015
Statement / July 16, 2015