California Horse Racing Board Follows New Mexico's Lead on Clenbuterol Ban

ALBUQUERQUE – The New Mexico Racing Commission today applauded the California Horse Racing Board for following New Mexico’s lead with a vote to severely curb the use of the drug Clenbuterol at California race tracks. Last Thursday, the CHRB voted to increase the withdrawal period for Clenbuterol from 96 hours to 21 days. In March, the New Mexico Racing Commission banned the use of the drug at New Mexico race tracks as it examines whether the steroid-like substance can be eliminated from the sport entirely. “The Racing Commission is proud that New Mexico is taking the lead on addressing the use of Clenbuterol at our race tracks and that other states recognize the seriousness of this issue as well,” said New Mexico Racing Commission Chairman Rob Doughty. “We will continue our work to make New Mexico’s racing industry as safe as possible for our horses and jockeys.”

California Horse Racing Board Follows New Mexico's Lead on Clenbuterol Ban