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ARIZONA
Information provided by the Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association
Information gathered from: atba.net
State General Fund (Unclaimed Property), 5% advanced deposit wagering, 1% in state handle on horse racing. In past years, the state government allocated $250,000 to Thoroughbred breeders in Arizona, however, they have cut funding since (2014).
For thoroughbreds to be eligible for the Arizona state breeder and owner incentive awards, they must be certified Arizona-breds under rules administered by the Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association (ATBA) as the authorized state agent.
The key eligibility terms are:
The horse must be a certified Arizona-bred Thoroughbred, meaning it was foaled in Arizona.
The breeder must be the owner or lessee of the dam at the time the foal was born in Arizona.
Certification requires the foal’s dam to be in the Arizona Broodmare Registry, the foal to be born in Arizona, and the foal to reside in Arizona for at least six months during its first year. Documentation must be submitted to ATBA for verification. The breeder(s) must complete a certification application notarized and submit the foal’s original Jockey Club registration papers to ATBA to be stamped with the official Arizona-bred seal.
Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association Membership: $75
Arizona-Bred Foal Certification Fees through the Arizona Thoroughbred Breeders Association (ATBA)
If applied for certification by September 30 of the foal’s yearling year: $45
If applied by December 31 of the yearling year: $68
If applied after December 31 of the yearling year: $150
BREEDERS AWARDS:
Breeders of certified Arizona-Breds receive 10% of the winner’s share of the purse from Arizona race tracks – for each win in an open or restricted race of any class.
OWNERS AWARDS:
Owners of a certified Arizona-Bred receive 15 – 25% of the winner’s share of the purse from Arizona race tracks.
STALLION OWNERS AWARDS:
Stallion Awards are paid from ATBA every July 1. It comes from our Arizona Breeders Fund.
Restricted Rcaes for 2025: On a daily basis the comercial meets in Arizona offer restricted races with higher purses for certified Arizona-Breds. During each racing season multiple restricted Stakes races are offered for certified Arizona-Breds.
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Eligibility:
ARKANSAS
Information from the Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Horsemen’s Association
Information gathered from: atbha.com
Current Arkansas law provides that, (1) “In the case of all racing meets for thoroughbred horses, an amount equal to one-half of one percent (.5%) of all monies wagered shall be paid to the Commission for deposit in the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund to be used for purse supplements, breeder’s awards, owner’s awards and/or stallion awards” and the (2) The Oaklawn Simulcasting Rules state, “one-quarter of one percent (.25%) of all monies wagered shall be paid to the Commission for deposit in the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund maintained in connection with the Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Horsemen’s Association” and (3) The Electronic 1-2-3 Rules state, ” an amount equal to one percent (1%) of the “net takeout” from pari-mutuel wagering at the franchise holder’s racetrack facility under the Electronic 1-2-3 (thoroughbred) rules” shall be paid by franchise holder to the Racing Commission for deposit in the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund… and 5) with respect to a Franchise holder operating a franchise to conduct horse racing, an amount equal to one percent (1%) of the net casino gaming receipts by the horse racing Franchise holder shall be paid by the Franchise holder to the Arkansas Racing Commission for deposit into the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund to be used for purse supplements, breeders’ awards, owners’ awards, and stallion awards as provided in Ark. Ann. SS23-110-409 in order to promote and encourage thoroughbred horse breeding activities in Arkansas.”
These funds are paid by the Franchise Holders to the Commission. Monies in this Fund are classified as “special revenues” and are disbursed by the Arkansas Racing Commission in accordance with a written program or directions prepared and presented to it by the Arkansas Breeders’ and Horsemen’s Association.
ELIGIBLE FOALS:
In order to be eligible to be registered as an “Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse” (“Arkansas-bred”), a foal (1) must be foaled in Arkansas, and (2)(a) the mare (dam) and stallion (sire) must both be registered in accordance with ATBHA broodmare and stallion registration rules and regulations, or (b) in the case of a registered Arkansas thoroughbred broodmare in foal to an out-of-state stallion, the foal may be registered as an Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse provided the foal is foaled in Arkansas, and (i) the mare is bred back in the same calendar year to an Arkansas registered stallion only, or (ii) the mare dies prior to being bred back in the same calendar year to an Arkansas registered stallion, or (iii) the mare is not bred at all during the calendar year the foal is foaled, but is bred to an Arkansas registered stallion only the following year, or (c) in the case of an unraced 3 year old foal, whose dam was registered as an Arkansas Broodmare the year said foal was born, the unraced 3 year old shall be eligible for late registration, through December 31st of its 3 year old year, paying the applicable fee for same.
ELIGIBLE FOAL REGISTRATION:
A. In order to be registered as an “Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse”, (“Arkansas-bred”), an eligible foal must be registered with ATBHA on or before December 31st of the year such horse is a three year old. A foal not registered by December 31st of its three-yearold year is ineligible for registration after that date.
B. To register an eligible foal as an “Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse”, (“Arkansas-bred), the Arkansas-Bred Foal Registration form must be completed in full and signed by the owner or his/her authorized agent and filed with the ATBHA on or before the December 31st deadline, accompanied by payment of the applicable registration fee.
BROODMARE REGISTRATION:
A. A broodmare in foal by a stallion not registered as an Arkansas Stallion who is brought into Arkansas for the purpose of foaling and registering her foal as a Registered Arkansas-bred must be reported by the broodmare owner or agent at the time of her arrival in Arkansas prior to foaling by completing and filing an Application for Registration of Broodmare with ATBHA, accompanied by a copy of the broodmare’s Jockey Club Certificate of Foal Registration, including the section showing ownership transfer, and payment of broodmare registration fee together with current ATBHA membership dues, if not previously paid.
B. In order for a a mare to be registered as a “registered Arkansas-bred thoroughbred broodmare,” her registration with ATBHA must be accomplished (1) as stated om section III. A. above, or (2) If section III. A. above is not applicable, prior to foaling the foal for which the registration as an “Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse” is sought.
C. To register a broodmare as a “registered Arkansas-bred thoroughbred broodmare” an Application for Registration of Broodmare must be completed and filed with ATBHA prior to foaling, accompanied by a copy of the broodmare’s Jockey Club Certificate of Foal Registration, including the section showing ownership transfers, and payment of broodmare registration fee together with current ATBHA membership dues, if not previously paid.
D. A broodmare will remain registered and her owner shall be entitled to Breeder’s Awards based on the earnings of her registered Arkansas-bred progeny until said broodmare changes ownership. If a broodmare is sold or otherwise changes ownership, the new owner must re-register said broodmare into his/her name prior to foaling in order for that broodmare’s registration status to remain uninterrupted and to be entitled to Breeder’s Awards based on the earnings of her registered Arkansas-bred progeny foaled during his ownership.
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STALLION REGISTRATION:
A. In order to be registered with the ATBHA as a “registered Arkansas thoroughbred stallion:, the registration must be accomplished on or before May 1st of the breeding season which produced the foal sought to be registered as an “Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse” and the stallion must stand only in the State of Arkansas that entire breeding season and may not stand in any other state that calendar year.
B. To register a stallion as a “registered Arkansas thoroughbred stallion”, an Application for Registration of Stallion must be completed in full and signed by the owner or his/her authorized agent and together with a copy of his Jockey Registration Certificate, including the section showing ownership transfers, must be filed with ATBHA by the May 1st deadline accompanied by the appropriate registration fee.
C. Should a stallion change ownership, the new owner must re-register said stallion with the ATBHA in order to be eligible to receive Stallion Awards. Once registered, stallion owner will be entitled to Stallion Awards based on the registered Arkansas-bred progeny’s earnings of sald stallion until he again changes ownership. If a stallion is sold or otherwise changes ownership, the new owner must reregister said stallion in order for that stallion’s registration status to remain uninterrupted.
D. Owners of registered Arkansas stallions must submit a Report of Mares Bred to The Jockey Club on or before August 1 following the breeding season, listing all mares bred to the stallion during that year’s breeding season, as required by The Jockey Club Rules and Regulations. A copy of said Report of Mares Bred must be submitted to the ATBHA office by August 1, accompanied by the applicable stallion re-certification fee.
E. To renew a stallion’s Arkansas registration, an annual re-certification fee shall be paid on each registered Arkansas stallion that stood in Arkansas only during that year’s breeding season. Payment of the annual Stallion Re-certification Fee shall be the obligation of the stallion owner, shall be in the amount of three hundred dollars ($300) per year, beginning the year after the initial Arkansas registration, shall be due and payable to ATBHA on or before August 1st of the breeding year, and shall be accompanied by a photocopy of the Report of Mares Bred for that year, as set out in Section D above.
Membership dues:
$50.00 annually due December 31st of the membership year
$75.00 if paid after 3/1 of the membership year
Foals:
During Year Foaled: $40 Member / $100 Non-Member
Yearling: $200 Member / $300 Non-Member
Two Year Olds: $500 Member / $750 Non-Member
Fees:
Three Year Olds (unraced whose dam was registered as an Arkansas broodmare on or before December 31st of the year said foal was born): $1,000 Member
Broodmares:
$50 Member / $100 Non-Member
Late Registration: $500 Member / $750 Non-Member
Stallions:
$300 Member / $500 Non-Member
Annual Re-certification: $300 due 8/1 of the breeding year, paid to ATBHA with a copy of the Report of Mares Bred (RMB) submitted to The Jockey Club
The current program for distribution of these Funds submitted by the Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Horsemen’s Association and reviewed by the Arkansas Racing Commission is as follows:
(1) To supplement, as required, purses of the Rainbow Stake (for 3 year old registered Arkansas-bred colts and geldings) and the Rainbow Miss Stake (for 3 year old registered Arkansas-bred fillies) and to supplement such other stake or handicap races and owner’s purse bonuses that are restricted to Arkansas-breds as the Board of Directors of the ATBHA shall approve.
Arkansas Thoroughbred Breeders’ & Horsemen’s Association (ATBHA) and Oaklawn Jockey Club (OJC) will each be responsible for one-half of the stakes purse of each race. The amount of which ATBHA is responsible shall be reduced by any late supplemental nomination fees collected by OJC to make a horse eligible to be entered in a restricted stakes race. ATBHA’s responsibility shall be further reduced by the enter and start fees collected by OJC in each race.
(2) After subtracting the payment outlined in paragraph 1 above, twenty-five percent (25%) of the available money remaining in the Fund shall be designated for Stallion Awards and shall be paid to the owner of each stallion properly registered with ATBHA, proportionate with the 1st through 4th place earnings, in the United States and Canada, of that stallion’s eligible progeny the previous calendar year. Any earnings accumulated prior to registration as an Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse will not be included in the computation of Stallion/Breeders Awards. Stallion Awards are paid annually.
Races eligible for awards:
(3) After subtracting the payment outlined in paragraph 1 above, seventy-five percent (75%) of the available money remaining in the Fund shall be designated for Breeder’s Awards and shall be paid to the breeders of Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horses, proportionate with 1st through 4th place earnings, in the United States and Canada, by such Arkansas-bred horses during the previous calendar year. Any earnings accumulated prior to registration as an Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse will not be included in the computation of Stallion/Breeders Awards. The breeder of any Arkansas-bred thoroughbred horse is the owner of the horse’s dam at the time such horse is foaled provided such mare has been properly registered with the ATBHA as outlined in ATBHA Rules and Regulations and provided further that the horse was registered as a foal and meets all requirements contained herein for registration as an Arkansas-bred. Breeder Awards are paid annually.
Effective 1/1/99, no award check in an amount less than ten dollars ($10.00) shall be paid or awarded from the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund. This restriction shall apply only to single payees and will not apply in the case of multiple owners or breeders of one horse provided the total award exceeds ten-dollars ($10.00). Funds not meeting the ten-dollar ($10.00) minimum shall be placed and included in the Contingency Fund maintained by the Arkansas Racing Commission.
Effective 1/1/24, an award check that has not cleared the Arkansas Racing Commission Purse and Awards Fund account on or before twelve months from the date of issue will be marked VOID, payment stopped and the funds will remain in the P & A Fund and used for the subsequent year’s incentive awards payments.
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CALIFORNIA
Information from the Cal-bred Incentive Fund
Information gathered from: ctba.com/the-cal-bred-incentive-program/
The law also provides for funding not only with on-track wagers, but off-track, out of state, and ADW.
Total incentive awards and restricted purses are roughly $30m.
19617.2. (a) Except as otherwise provided in this chapter, any association conducting a race meeting that includes thoroughbred racing shall deposit with the official registering agency 0.54 percent of the total amount handled ontrack in daily conventional and exotic parimutuel pools resulting from thoroughbred wagers made in this state. These deposits shall be made at the following intervals:
(1) For any meeting of 20 racing days or less, the requisite deposit shall be made not later than seven days immediately following the last day of that meeting.
(2) For any meeting of more than 20 racing days, the initial deposit shall be made not later than 27 racing days after the commencement of that meeting and every 20 racing days thereafter, with a final deposit made not later than seven days following the last day of that meeting. The initial deposit for that meeting shall be based upon the applicable amount handled during the first 20 racing days of the meeting, and deposits thereafter shall be based upon the applicable amount handled during the ensuing periods of 20 racing days with the last deposit being based upon the applicable amount handled from the end of the last 20-racing-day period for which a deposit has been made to the end of the meeting.
(b) After deducting a sum equal to 5 percent of the total deposits made pursuant to subdivision (a) and the total deposits made pursuant to Section 19602, the amount to compensate the official registering agency for its administrative cost and for expenses it incurs for educational, promotional, and research programs, the official registering agency shall for computational purposes distribute annually the balance of the deposits in the following manner:
(1) To the California-bred race fund, 10 percent to be used for the promotion of California-bred races and from which purses are to be provided or supplemented for California Cup Day, other California-bred races, and, upon the approval of the official registering agency, races featuring California-breds. This fund shall be administered by the official registering agency. Any funds not used for those purposes during any year, up to 1 percent of the total breeder, stallion, and owner award receipts, shall remain in the California-bred race fund to be distributed for the purposes of this paragraph the following year. Any funds remaining thereafter shall be redistributed to augment the funds referred to in subdivision (c), and shall be allocated to the breeder fund and to the stallion fund as provided in that subdivision. It is the intent of the Legislature that all funds used for purses shall supplement and not supplant existing purses for California-breds.
(2) To the owner fund for the purpose of owner premiums pursuant to Section 19614.4.
(3) To the California-bred bonus program, 15 percent of the amount remaining to be used for the payment of bonuses to Californiabred horses in maiden allowance races in California. This bonus program shall be administered by the official registering agency.
(c) The funds remaining after the distributions made pursuant to subdivision (b) shall be distributed as follows:
(1) To the breeder fund 75 percent, from which breeder awards are to be paid.
(2) To the stallion fund 25 percent, from which stallion awards are to be paid.
(d) The official registering agency shall make the following payments to the owner, breeder, and stallion owner so as to encourage agriculture and the breeding of higher quality horses in this state:
(1) The owner shall be paid an owner premium pursuant to Section 19614.4.
(2) The breeder shall be paid a breeder award equal to the quotient for the breeder fund multiplied by the eligible earnings of the horse bred by the breeder.
(3) The stallion owner shall be paid a stallion award equal to the quotient for the stallion fund multiplied by the eligible earnings of the stallion owner’s eligible thoroughbred stallion.
(4) Owner premiums for California-bred horses shall be listed in the racing program alongside the advertised purse, and shall be distributed to the owner pursuant to Section 19614.4 at the same time as the purse.
(5) The breeder and stallion awards shall be paid not later than March 31 of the calendar year immediately following the calendar year for which the awards or premiums were earned.
Eligibility:
The breeders and owners of registered California-bred Thoroughbreds and the owners of California-based stallions.
A California-bred Thoroughbred is a horse dropped in California after being conceived in California, or any Thoroughbred foal dropped by a mare in California if the mare remains in California to be next bred to a Thoroughbred stallion standing in the state. If the mare cannot be bred for two successive seasons, but remains in California during that period, her foal will be considered a California-bred.
A “California-sired horse” is a Thoroughbred that was conceived in California by a registered California stallion. A California-sired horse is only eligible for entry in races restricted to California-bred or California-sired horses and is not eligible for any breeder or owner awards, except the maiden bonus awards.
Registration applications must be filed with the CTBA. Only those horses that are both registered with The Jockey Club and fulfill all requirements as outlined in the definition of a California-bred are eligible. The fees for registration are as follows:
1) $100.00 for CTBA members, $200.00 for non-members if applied for by Sept. 30 of the foal’s yearling year;
Fees:
2) $125.00 for CTBA members. $250.00 for non-members if applied for after Sept. 30 of yearling but before Jan. 1 following; and
3) $750.00 if applied for after Jan. 1 of 2-year-old year. If desired, application can be made in advance of receipt of Jockey Club Certificates to escape penalty for late filing, but no actual registration will be made until certificates are available. CTBA has representation at California tracks to help facilitate late registrations.
2024 total awards - $24,959,500.00
Breeders Awards: A monetary award that is paid to the breeder of a registered California-bred Thoroughbred finishing first, second, or third in any Thoroughbred only race run in California and any graded stakes races conducted within the United States. Breeders will receive 75% of the remainder of the total incentive award monies after owner awards are paid, with an individual breeder receiving a pro-rated share of this breeders fund. The maximum purse considered earned in any qualifying race within this state shall be $330,000 for a win, $120,000 for a second, and $90,000 for a third-place finish. Breeder awards always are paid exclusive of nomination, entry, and starting fees. Breeders awards are paid twice a year with a conservative advance payment of approximately 6-8% being paid around Sept. 1 and the final payment for 2024 being paid by March 31, 2025.
Owners Awards: A monetary award that is paid to the owner of a registered California-bred Thoroughbred horse that runs in qualifying races in California. Owners can receive at least a 20% bonus on the finisher’s share for finishing first through fifth in an open allowance or overnight stake race and up to a 20% bonus for finishing first in an open starter allowance above $15,000 and open non-maiden claiming races with a claiming price of $40,000 or greater in Southern California and $20,000 or greater in Northern California. These levels are purposely set high to encourage the ownership of high-quality runners and to restrict the number of qualifiers so that the awards will function as a major incentive. Owner awards always are paid exclusive of nomination, entry, and starting fees. They are listed in the racing program and will be distributed at the same time as the purse by the paymaster. Owners awards are paid at the same time as the purse by the paymaster.
Races eligible for awards:
Stallion Awards: In order to stimulate the acquisition in California of nationally prominent stallions, and retain high-caliber California stallions, monetary awards are paid annually to the owners of registered California stallions whose California-conceived or California-bred get have won a qualifying race or have finished, first, second, or third in a stakes race in the state or any graded stakes race within the United States during the year. Qualifying races are any non-claiming races, including maiden allowance and starter allowance races, with a purse of at least $15,000, and open non-maiden claiming races with a claiming price of $40,000 or greater in Southern California and $20,000 or greater in Northern California also qualify. Stallion awards are exclusive of nomination, entry, and starting fees. Stallions must be registered by Feb. 15 each year to be eligible for stallion awards. Stallion owners will receive 25% of the remainder of the total incentive award monies after owners awards are paid, with an individual owner of a registered California stallion (as of Dec. 31) receiving a pro-rated share of the stallion fund based on the total qualifying earnings of the get during the year. The maximum purse considered earned in any qualifying race within this state shall be $330,000 for a win, $120,000 for a second, and $90,000 for a third-place finish. The stallion must be continuously present in California from Feb. 1 to July 15, inclusive, of the year 2010 or any subsequent calendar year in which he stood at stud and fathered the participant in the race. If a sire dies in this state in the year 2010 or any subsequent year and stood his last season at stud in this state, or was standing at stud in this state on the date of his death in the year 2010 or any subsequent year, he shall thereafter continue to be considered an eligible Thoroughbred stallion regarding a race participant fathered by him in that season. The California Thoroughbred Breeders Association (CTBA) will help compile data, but it is the ultimate responsibility of the stallion owner to advise that official registering agency, on or before Feb. 15 of any year, of any and all purses earned during the preceding year that shall be considered in determining the amount of the stallion award to which the owner is entitled. The stallion awards are paid prior to March 31, 2025.
Maiden Bonus Program: A Maiden Bonus award will be paid to the owner of a registered California-bred or registered Californiasired foal for winning a Thoroughbred only maiden special weight race. There awards are paid directly to the owner. Only races at 4 ½ furlongs or longer will qualify. In the event of a dead heat, the bonus will be split among the owners.
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Races outside of California: The breeder of a California-bred Thoroughbred finishing first, second, or third in a graded stakes race outside of California, but within the United States, will be paid a pro-rated share of the breeders fund. The maximum purse considered earned in any race shall be $165,000 for a win, $60,000 for second, and $45,000 for a third-place finish. CTBA will help compile data, but it is the ultimate responsibility of the breeder to advise the official registering agency (CTBA), on or before Feb. 15 of any year, of any and all purses earned during the preceding year in graded stakes races outside of this state by horses bred by the breeder. Also, the owner of a registered California stallion whose California-conceived or California-bred get finished first, second, or third in a graded stakes outside of California, but within the United States, will be paid a pro-rated share of the Stallion fund with the maximum purse considered earned the same as the breeders above.
CTBA Unveils New Breeding Incentives
DEL MAR, Calif. (Aug. 16, 2025) -- The California Thoroughbred Breeders Association (CTBA) is thrilled to announce three groundbreaking programs designed to bolster and invigorate the California breeding industry during a time of uncertainty and significant change for California horse racing. CTBA recognizes that now is a critical time for California’s thoroughbred breeding industry, and with the recent influx of resources accumulated from selling property, the board is taking action to foster growth, enhance quality, and support our members in continuing to produce world-class racehorses.
Flagship Foal Incentive Program
Kicking off with mares bred in 2026 with resulting foals in 2027, CTBA will award $1,000 for each foal registered as a Cal-Bred, with a cap of 25 foals per breeder. This substantial financial incentive is set to empower breeders by providing direct financial support to offset their investment. This program aims to boost the number of registered foals and strengthen the state’s position as a premier Thoroughbred breeding hub. Payments will be made upon CTBA receiving a Cal-bred application and the registration papers from the Jockey Club due December 31st of the foal’s yearling year. Payments will be made to the breeder of record only and beneficiaries must be CTBA members in good standing.
Waived Registration Fees for Foals Born in 2025, 2026 and 2027
CTBA is also eliminating the $100 foal registration fee for members in good standing beginning for foals born in 2025 and registered as Cal-Breds in 2026. The same $100 savings will be applied for foals born in 2026 and 2027. Coupled with the foal incentive program, the total monetary benefit for a CTBA member-breeder for foals born in 2027 will be $1,100. This initiative makes it easier and more costeffective for breeders to register their Cal-Breds, ensuring broader participation and maximizing the benefits of the Cal-Bred program. By removing this expense, CTBA is paving the way for increased engagement and a thriving breeding community. Cal-bred application is still required.
Pilot Program for Broodmare Quality Enhancement
New incentive:
To elevate the quality of broodmares in California, the CTBA is launching an innovative pilot program. For mares purchased at out of state public auctions meeting specified criteria (purchased for $20,000 or more and 12 years old or younger), breeders will be eligible to receive up to $3,000 in transportation expense reimbursement paid upon proof that the mare has been bred back to a California stallion. This benefit, limited to five mares per breeder per year, incentivizes the acquisition of top-tier broodmares, enhancing the genetic pool and positioning California as a leader in producing superior Thoroughbreds. In addition, mares purchased must be in foal, bred back to a California stallion, and the beneficiary must be a CTBA member in good standing.
A Bright Future for California Breeding
By providing financial incentives, reducing costs, and encouraging the influx of high-quality broodmares, CTBA is grabbing the reins to embolden a vibrant and competitive breeding industry for the future. These initiatives are expected to attract new breeders, increase foal registrations, and elevate the overall quality of Cal-Breds, ensuring a lasting positive impact on the state’s equine industry.
“We are incredibly excited about these programs, which reflect our commitment to supporting our members and advancing California’s Thoroughbred breeding industry,” said Justin Oldfield, breeder, farm owner and chairman of the CTBA. “With the changes we’ve seen in 2025, CTBA recognizes we are at a critical time for our industry. Our board was compelled to act and did so unanimously to support the needs of our breeders across the state, both in the north and the south. By investing in our breeders and enhancing the quality of our broodmares, we are building a stronger and more competitive future for California racing.”
For more specific information about these programs or to become a member of the California Thoroughbred Breeders Association, please visit the CTBA website or contact the CTBA office directly.
About CTBA
CTBA is dedicated to promoting and advancing the Thoroughbred breeding and racing industry in California. Through advocacy, education, and innovative programs, CTBA supports its members and strengthens the state’s equine legacy.
Media Contact:
Doug Burge, President 626-445-7800 or dburge@ctba.com
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DELAWARE
Information provided by the Delaware Certified Thoroughbred Program
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/delaware
The Delaware Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association contributes $500,000 per year to the Delaware Certified Thoroughbred Program from the horsemen’s purse fund with matching funds from the State of Delaware ($250,000) and Delaware Park ($250,000). The fund is administered by the DTHA. Bonuses are paid directly to the owner via their horsemen’s bookkeeper account. The certifier is paid monthly.
Weanlings or yearling must start residency on a DCTP certified farm before December 31st of it’s yearling year and must stay on DCTP farm for 90 days. This enables this horse to be eligible for purse bonuses when they run at Delaware Park.
The one-time DCTP registration fee of $100 for weanlings and $200 for yearlings will entitle your horse to:
- Preference when entered at Delaware Park (providing they meet condition eligibility)
- 25% purse bonus for certifier for all first, second and third finishes up to $7,500 per horse per race.
- 25% purse bonus for horse owner for all first, second and third finishes up to $7,500 per horse per race.
Enhanced value by making prospective owners and trainers aware by:
o Distinct identification in Delaware Park’s racing programs
o Delaware Certified designation in most sales catalog
o Distinctive Delaware Certified saddle towels with the DC logo
4 Delaware Certified Races: (The Blue Hen Stakes:$50,000) (The Dover Stakes:$50,000) (The First State Dash Stakes:$100,000) (The Small Wonder Stakes:$100,000)
6 additional Delaware Certified Races : (The Peach Blossom:$50,000) (The Sussex:$50,000) (The Lewes:$50,000) (The Stanton:$50,000) (The Tax Free Shopping Distaff:$100,000) (The New Castle:$100,000)
Increase the open Stakes Cap from $7,500 to $10,000
A $50,000 purse bonus will be added to the DTHA Governors Day Race and the George Rosenberger Memorial for Delaware Certified eligible horses that run and finish 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place. ( Purse total will be $150,000 for DCTP horses.)
Owners Awards:
25% of purse for 1st-3rd any race during Delaware Park meet. Amount can be changed Annually
Breeders Awards:
25% of purse for 1st-3rd any race during Delaware Park meet. Amount can be changed Annually
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
FLORIDA
Information from the Florida Thoroughbred Breeders’ and Owners’ Association
Information gathered from: ftboa.com/florida-sire-stakes
State legislative appropriations, which include millions of dollars allocated for breeding and racing incentives, purse supplements at major Florida racetracks such as Gulfstream Park and Tampa Bay Downs, and racetrack tax credits.
Breeder Awards (BA), Stallion Awards(SA), Special Racing Awards(SRA) = ~$7m/yr:
1. 0.955% of on-track live, FL inter-track on live, and import races
2. 3.475% of gross revenue (commissions) on out-of-state wagers on FL live
3. 0% of ADW
4. Minimum 17% up to maximum 40% of 1 and 2 (above) must go to SRA at FL tracks (through an agreement known locally as the “TriParty”). Remainder funds 15%-20% of earned purse for in-state race results, to BA/SA’s.
Florida Owner Awards (FOA) = ~$5.5m
1. 8.5% of purses generated by intertrack and simulcast
HB7073 = ~$33.5m
1. $6m to GP Florida-bred purses
2. $1.5m to TBD Florida-bred purses
3. $15m to GP purses/facilities
4. $5m to TBD purses/facilities
5. HISA funded by racetrack tax credits
State Budget allocation = $2m to FTBOA for promotion of the industry
Florida-bred = foaled in Florida and timely registered with FTBOA
Florida-sired = registered Florida-bred sired by a registered Florida stallion standing in Florida at time of conceptions, and timely registered with Florida Sire Stakes
Florida stallion = stands in Florida and timely registered with FTBOA Fees
Florida-bred Foals of 2025:
A. Foal Registration August 31, 2025 ($0 FTBOA Members / $300 Non-members), or
B. Extended Foal Registration December 31, 2025 ($0 FTBOA Members / $500 Non-members), or
C. Yearling Registration December 31, 2026 ($400 FTBOA Members / $800 Non-members)
Florida Sire Stakes Foals of 2025: Florida-bred foals of 2025 sired by registered Florida stallions assume full eligibility for the Florida Sire Stakes upon successful Florida-bred registration by December 31, 2026. Late registrations (2-year-olds) for the Florida Sire Stakes remain available, as follows:
A. Two-year-old Standalone: Jan. 15, 2027 ($5,000), or
B. Two-year-old Last Chance: May 1, 2027 ($10,000), or June 30, 2027 ($15,000).
Florida Stallions:
A. Stallion (for foals of 2026): February 15, 2025
B. Extended Stallion (for foals of 2026): August 1, 2025
C. Last Chance Stallion (for foals of 2026): November 15, 2025
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Races eligible for awards:
Breeder Awards: 15% of gross purse (less FOA’s), paid to the breeders of win, place and show earners in Florida races:
Win – 10% of gross purse, up to $10,000 per race
Place – 3% of gross purse, up to $3,000 per race
Show – 2% of gross purse, up to $2,000 per race
Stallion Awards:
FTBOA pays Stallion Awards to the owner of Thoroughbred stallions appropriately registered with the FTBOA and siring FTBOAregistered Florida-breds that finish first in a listed black-type stakes race at a Florida track.
2025 Stallion Awards: 15% of gross purse (less FOA’s), up to $15,000 per race.
Export Incentives 2026:
Pay the listed breeders of registered Florida-breds that win at out-of-state racetracks.
A. Grade 1 – $7,500
B. Grade 2 or 3 – $5,000
C. Non-graded Stakes – 15% of earnings (up to $4,000)
D. Maiden Special Weight and Allowance – 15% of earnings (up to $3,000)
Owner Awards (~$13m):
A. Tampa Bay Downs distributes FOA’s and TBD/HBPA/FL funds in all open-condition overnights and most stakes.
B. Gulfstream Park distributes FOA’s in many overnight conditions and have not yet announced how the $6m Florida-bred purse incentives are to be implemented in 2025-26.
$1.2m FTBOA Florida Sire Stakes 2yo series at Gulfstream Park
$660,000 Florida Cup racecard at Tampa Bay Downs
Breed-Back Rule:
No breed-back rule, no mare residency requirement.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
ILLINOIS
Information from the Illinois Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Foundation
Information gathered from: itbof.net/breeder-awards/
Except as provided in subsection (g) of Section 27 of this Act, 8.5% of all the monies received by the State as privilege taxes on Thoroughbred racing meetings shall be paid into the Illinois Thoroughbred Breeders Fund.
An Illinois Registered Thoroughbred, also known as an Illinois Conceived and Foaled Thoroughbred, meets the following requirements according to Illinois regulations:
(1) The thoroughbred foal must be conceived and foaled in Illinois.
(2) The stallion that sired the foal must be certified annually by the Illinois Department of Agriculture and must stand for service exclusively in Illinois during the calendar year of conception.
(3) The mare (dam) must be present in Illinois for at least 30 consecutive days including the foaling date.
(4) An application for foal registration must be filed with the Illinois Department of Agriculture within 10 days after foaling, including submission of the Jockey Club Certificate of the foal. When accepted, an official Illinois seal and registration number are affixed to the Jockey Club Certificate, making it an official Illinois Registered Thoroughbred.
(5)The foal must remain in Illinois until identified by a Department representative or until written confirmation of registration acceptance is received.
(6) The owner of the mare or authorized representative is responsible for completing and submitting the required forms with accurate information.
Foal must be registered with The Jockey Club first
An Illinois Foaled Thoroughbred (Breed-Back Program), is a foal dropped in Illinois by a mare that arrived in Illinois before March 2 of the foaling year.
1. Request and submit an Illinois Breed-Back Mare Status Report to the Illinois Department of Agriculture on or before March 1 of the foaling year.
2. An eligible mare must be in Illinois on or before March 1.
3. The eligible mare may be inspected at an Illinois location.
4. Mares must remain continuously in Illinois until foaling and remain 30 days after foaling.
5. An Illinois Application for Foal Registration must be filed with the Department of Agriculture within 10 days of the foaling date. The application will be mailed to the foaling location listed on the Mare Status Report.
6. Foals must be identified before leaving Illinois.
7. Mares must be bred to none other than an Illinois-registered stallion during the season of foaling.
8. Eligible foals’ Jockey Club Certificate of Registration must be submitted to and certified by the Illinois Department of Agriculture.
Fees: The Illinois Thoroughbred Breeders Fund Program does not charge annual fees for participation beyond meeting eligibility registrations on time. If registration deadlines are missed, late fines might apply.
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Races eligible for awards:
Restricted Races:
A minimum of two each day or a minimum of six races a week limited to IL Conceived and Foaled or IL foaled horses or both. Races are also offered at seven Illinois county fairs.
Restricted Stakes Races: Offering numerous stake races with purses up to $125,000 for 2-year-olds to 3-year-old and up.
Our Illinois Conceived and Foaled registered thoroughbreds are also eligible for a Purse Bonus of $25,000. The Bonus is distributed out to those horses finishing 1st - 5th. Currently, a total of twelve stake races offer this Bonus.
The ITBOF offers two Restricted Stake Races for two-year-olds that are properly registered with the Department of Agriculture and have met all the nomination conditions. The Pat Whitworth Illinois Debutante for the fillies and The Jim Edgar Illinois Futurity for the colts. Both are racing for purses estimated at $125,000.
Owners Awards:
Illinois-registered thoroughbreds earned over $2.6 million in additional purse money! 60% for breeds/40% for foals in open races claiming price $10,000 and up.
An Owner’s Award is earned when an Illinois-Registered Thoroughbred finishes first, second or third in some types of OPEN RACES, including maiden special weights, allowance races, overnight handicaps and claiming races with a claiming price of $10,000 or more.
The Owner’s Award is 60% of the earned portion of the purse for an Illinois Conceived and Foaled Thoroughbred (IB) or 40% of the earned portion of the purse for an Illinois Foaled Thoroughbred (IF).
Breeders Awards: Open Races – In an open race, the entire Breeder’s Award (11.5% of the winner’s share of the base purse) goes to the breeder of the winning horse (the winner’s share in an open race may also include part of an OWNER”S AWARD, if earned, paid from the purse account).
Illinois Races – In a race restricted to Illinois Registered horses, the Breeder’s Award (11.5% of the winner’s share of the base purse) is divided among the first four place finishers. The winner gets 60% of the Award; second, 20%; third, 15%; and fourth, 5%.
Again, as an example, we will use an allowance race, this time restricted to Illinois Registered horses. The base purse of this race is $20,000. The base purse times 60% equals the winner’s share. The winner’s share times 11.5% equals the Breeder’s Award.
The amounts paid to the breeders in accordance with this subsection shall be distributed as follows:
(1) 60% of such sum shall be paid to the breeder of the horse which finishes in the official first position;
(2) 20% of such sum shall be paid to the breeder of the horse which finishes in the official second position;
(3) 15% of such sum shall be paid to the breeder of the horse which finishes in the official third position; and
(4) 5% of such sum shall be paid to the breeder of the horse which finishes in the official fourth position.
Stallion Awards:
Yes, if registered prior to May of 1995. (Legislation pending on reinstatement of Stallion Awards.)
Out of State Awards:
No
Breed-Back Rule:
Yes - for qualifying mares.
Illinois offers options for breeding and foaling your mares that other states might not offer. We have our Illinois Conceived and Foaled Program but we also offer three Illinois Foaled-Only Programs. The first Program is the Early-Arrival Program, the most popular of the three, we also offer a New Purchase Program and then our Breed-Back Program (details for this Program follow for your information under this Breed-Back Rule heading).
INDIANA
Information provided by the Indiana Thoroughbred Owner’s and Breeder’s Association
Information gathered from: itoba.com
Source of funds: Indiana’s Thoroughbred Breeders Program is funded through a portion of pari-mutuel tax revenue and potentially casino revenue derived from horse racing and associated gambling activities within the state.
“Indiana bred” means any properly registered thoroughbred, foaled in Indiana and whose dam was registered with the commission. CLICK LINKS TO RIGHT TO SEE FULL FOAL/MARE ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
To register your horse as Indiana Bred, you must submit a mare and foal application to the Indiana Horse Racing Commission. Mares may be registered in one of two ways:
1. The mare must enter the state and submit an application by November 1 in the year prior to foaling and remain in the state until foaling.
or
Eligibility:
2. The mare may enter the state or submit an application after November 1 of the year prior to foaling and remain in the state until foaling. The mare must be registered no later than 10 days after foaling and be bred back to an Indiana Sire. The mare and foal must remain in the state 30 days past foaling.
Mares must be registered each year they produce a foal. The owner of any mare that is moved after registration must complete a Change of Residency form.
Registration for your Indiana Bred foal is not complete until you submit a foal application.
Fees for foal applications are as follows: foaling date to one year past foaling date: Free 1 year + 1 day after foaling to end of yearling year: $200 2 year old year: $400
3 year olds and older: $1,000
Fees:
Thoroughbred stallions must be registered by October 15 of the year prior to breeding to be an Indiana Sire. Returning stallions registered after November 1 incur a $250 late fee. Stallions must remain in the state from February 1 to July 1 and may not cover mares outside the state in the registered year. Stallions must be registered prior to covering any mares. Stallion applications must be submitted each breeding year.
Breeders Awards:
20% of gross purse for winners of Allowance, Stakes and Claiming races in Indiana.
Stallion Awards:
Races eligible for awards:
10% of gross purse for winners of Allowance, Stakes and Claiming races in Indiana.
Out of State Awards:
10% Breeder awards for other States and Canada if no live meet in Indiana
Breed-Back Rule:
If mares enter and registered after November 1st, prior to foaling, they are required to breed back to a registered Indiana Stallion.
IOWA
Information provided by the Iowa Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/iowa and iowathoroughbred.com/iowa-bred-program/
Source of funds:
Iowa funds its Thoroughbred incentive awards primarily through taxes and revenues generated from pari-mutuel wagering on horse racing, casino gaming (including slot machines and table games), sports betting, and fantasy sports contests collected by the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission.
Brood mare residence shall be achieved by meeting at least one of the following rules:
Eligibility:
Thirty days residency until the foal is inspected, if in foal to a registered Iowa Stallion. Thirty days residency until the foal is inspected for brood mares which are bred back to registered Iowa Stallions. Continuous residency from December 15 until the foal is inspected if the mare was bred by other than an Iowa registered stallion and is not bred back to an Iowa registered stallion. State residency shall not be required for owners of brood mares.
To be eligible for registration as an IA thoroughbred, the following requirements shall be met: Stallion residency from January 1 through July 31 of the year of registration, However, horses going to stud for the first year shall be eligible upon registration with residency to continue through July 31.
IA Registration Fees: $30 one time fee to register mares, stallions and foals. $30 fee to transfer ownership on mares and stallions.
2025 ITBOA Membership Fees
Individual – 1 yr. $75 or 2 yrs. $125 ($25 discount)
Fees:
Husband & Wife – 1 yr. $100 or 2 yrs. $175 ($25 discount)
Iowa Bred Nomination Fees: Member- $200, Non-member- $300
ITBOA Stallion Stakes Nomination Fee: Member- $200, Non-member- $300
Owners Awards:
Can vary, in 2020 32% of purse won for 1st-4th in restricted IA races, 37% of purse for open races
Breeders Awards: 12% of winners purse, 6% to 2nd - 4th
Stallion Awards:
2.5% of total supplement fund. Based on a points sytem
Out of State Awards: N/A
Races eligible for awards:
Breed-Back Rule:
1) 30 days residency until foal is inspected if in foal to a registered Iowa Stallion
2) 30 days residency until foal is inspected if bred back to registered Iowa Stallion
3) Continuous residency from Dec. 31 until foal is inspected if not in foal to Iowa Stallion or not breeding back to Iowa Stallion
Eligible races:
Iowa Bred Foals of 2025 – 2 yos and 3 yos
2 yos: Iowa Sorority and Iowa Cradle
3 yos: Bob Bryant, IA Breeders Oaks, Gray’s Lake, and IA Breeders Derby
Stallion Stakes Foals of 2025 – 2 yos and 3 yos
2 yos: Stallion Futurity
3 yos: Stallion Stakes & Stallion Filly Stakes
Source of funds:
KENTUCKY - KBIF
Information provided by the Kentucky Breeders Incentive Fund
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/kentucky
80 percent of all receipts collected from the sales and use tax on the fees paid for breeding a stallion to a mare in Kentucky with any other money contributed, appropriated or allocated to the fund from all other sources.
Eligibility: Thoroughbred dam who resides in Kentucky from the time of the first cover in Kentucky by a Kentucky Sire (KTDF nominated) until foaling with exceptions for medical procedure, training and public auction.
Fees: On or prior to August 15 of the cover year - $60
August 16–December 31 of the cover year - $150
January 1–December 31 of the foaling year - $750
January 1–December 31 of the yearling year - $1,500
If you have purchased a pregnant mare at a public auction held outside Kentucky, she may be eligible if (1) she was bred to a Kentucky stallion, (2) you return the mare to Kentucky within 14 days of the conclusion of the public auction and (3) she resides in Kentucky from cover until foaling except for the time she participated in the public auction.
January 1–December 31 of the cover year $300
January 1–December 31 of the weanling year $1,500
January 1–December 31 of the yearling year $3,000
2024 total awards - $20,019,601.10
Up to $3,000/race for winning an ALW or MSW anywhere in the USA or at Woodbine racetrack.
Up to $4,000/race for winning a non-graded stakes anywhere in the USA or at Woodbine Racetrack.
Races eligible for awards:
$5,000 for winning a Grade II or III anywhere in the USA or a Group 2 or 3 in Canada, England, France or Ireland.
$7,500/race for winning a Grade I Stakes anywhere in the USA, a Group 1 race held in Canada, England, France or Ireland, or a Group 1 race held on Dubai World Cup Day, Japan Cup Day or Hong Kong International Day.
$50,000 for winning the Kentucky Oaks or Kentucky Derby.
$200,000 allocated to the top 20 claiming horses in Kentucky with the most claiming wins in Kentucky.
Source of funds:
KENTUCKY - KTDF
Information provided by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund
Information gathered from: khrc.ky.gov
An amount equal to three-quarters of one percent (0.75%) of all money wagered on live races and historical horse races at the track for Thoroughbred racing shall be deposited in the Thoroughbred development fund established in KRS 230.400 until forty-five million dollars ($45,000,000) has been deposited during a fiscal year, at which point the amount deposited in the fund shall decrease to four-tenths of one percent (0.4%) of all money wagered on live and historical horse races at the track for Thoroughbred racing for the remainder of the fiscal year.
Thoroughbred horses sired by Kentucky Thoroughbred stallions foaled in Kentucky and registered as a Kentucky-bred Thoroughbred with the official registrar of the Kentucky Thoroughbred development fund [prior to entry].
Eligibility:
“Kentucky Thoroughbred Stallions:” A Thoroughbred stallion standing the entire breeding season in Kentucky and registered as a Kentucky Thoroughbred stallion with the official registrar of the Kentucky Thoroughbred development fund.
“Official Registrar:” Kentucky Thoroughbred Owners & Breeders, Inc.
“Kentucky-bred Thoroughbred:” Horse that has been registered by the Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund.
Foals
Yearlings
Horses of Racing Age
Fees:
$75
$100
$350
Tiered stallion registration fee according to stud fee.
Stallions: $0-$4,999
$5,000-$9,999
$10,000-$19,999
$20,000-$49,999
$50,000 & Up
Races eligible for awards:
$400
$450
$550
$650
$850
The Kentucky Thoroughbred Development Fund paid out $59,163,390 to owners in FYE June 2025.
Races eligible for awards: Supplemental purses for [Kentucky-bred Thoroughbreds] designated stakes, handicap, allowance, nonclaiming maiden races, and claiming races contested at licensed Thoroughbred race meetings in Kentucky. That portion of the supplemental purse provided for any designated race shall be awarded and paid to the owner of the horse only if the horse is a Kentucky-bred Thoroughbred duly registered with the official registrar [prior to entry]. Any portion of the supplemental purse which is not awarded and paid over shall be returned to the Kentucky Thoroughbred development fund.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
Fees:
Races eligible for awards:
LOUISIANA
Information provided by the Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/louisiana
As prescribed by Louisiana R.S. 27:362(B)(4)(b), each licensed eligible facility shall pay a fixed percentage of 2% of the annual net slot machine proceeds received from slot machine gaming operations. For the year ended December 31, 2024, $998,679 was transferred out of Slot Machine Funds into Other Races funds to support the payment of breeders awards
“Accredited Louisiana bred” means a thoroughbred foaled in the state of Louisiana and registered in the registry administered by the Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association pursuant to such rules and regulations therefor established by said association and/or a thoroughbred conceived and foaled in the state of Louisiana and sired by a Louisiana stallion registered in the registry administered by the Louisiana Thoroughbred Breeders Association pursuant to such rules and regulations therefor established by said association
Registration consists of the following:
(1) Completion of the official Application for Registration of an accredited Louisiana-bred foals by the breeder or by the breeder’s authorized representative of the LTBA.
(2) Payment of the required accreditation fee and/or any penalties.
(3) Verification by the LTBA and placement of the electronic seal of the LTBA upon the Jockey Club registration papers.
(4) Under no condition will a foal registration be accepted after June 30th of its three-year-old year for accreditation as a Louisiana Bred without majority of the Board approval.
Foals out of Resident Mares that are sired by Louisiana domiciled stallions
Foals out of Resident Mares that are sired by out of state stallions and the mare is bred back to a Louisiana domiciled stallion
Foals out of Resident Mares that are sired by out of state stallions and the mare is bred back to an Out of State stallion
Foals out of Non-Resident Mares shall receive a 10% breeder’s award if the foal is sired by a Louisiana Stallion and a 9% award if the foal is sired by an out of state stallion and the mare is bred back to a Louisiana Stallion
Membership plus Mares: $65 within 60 days of arrival
Weanlings: $85
Yearling: $250
2YO: $1,000
Horses that have not started in a race: $5,000
Breeders Awards: 3 RACES PER DAY offered for accredited Louisiana breds at each track each day in Louisiana.
25% Breeders’ Awards paid to accredited Louisiana breds sired by a Louisiana based stallion finishing first, second or third in any race within Louisiana (purse capped at $200,000).
20% Breeders’ Awards paid to accredited Louisiana breds sired by out of state stallions finishing first, second or third in any race within Louisiana (purse capped at $200,000).
25% Breeders’ Awards paid to accredited Louisiana breds sired by a Louisiana based stallion finishing first, second or third in any stakes race (purse capped at $200,000).
20% Breeders’ Awards paid to accredited Louisiana breds sired by out of state stallions finishing first, second or third in any stakes race (purse capped at $200,000).
10% Breeders’ Awards paid to foals out of non-resident mares sired by a Louisiana based stallion finishing first, second or third in any race in Louisiana.
9% Breeders’ Awards paid to foals out of non-resident mares sired by out of state stallions finishing first, second or third in any race in Louisiana.
9% Breeders’ Awards paid to foals out of Resident Mares that are sired by out of state stallions and the mare is bred back to an out of state stallion.
By Louisiana state law, Louisiana bred races are paid sixty days following the race. Open races are paid 30 days following the end of the meet.
World Wide Breeders Awards paid to accredited Louisiana breds finishing first, second or third in any race outside of Louisiana on a prorated portion of the $400,000 annual fund set aside for this purpose.
Stallion Awards are paid based on a stallion’s progeny finishing first, second or third in an allowance, handicap or stakes race in Louisiana or in a stakes race outside of Louisiana.
MARYLAND
Information provided by the Maryland Horse Breeders Association
Information gathered from: marylandthoroughbred.com/cms/index.php/foals/md-bred-fund/about-the-md-bred-fund
Source of funds:
The Maryland-Bred Fund receives a portion of the revenue generated from pari-mutuel wagering at racetracks like Laurel Park, Pimlico, and Timonium, simulcast commissions and a portion of the thoroughbred industry’s share of VLT (slot) commissions
A horse is considered to be bred where it is foaled;
The breeder of a horse is the owner of the dam at the time the horse was foaled
A horse may be registered with the Maryland Horse Breeders Association, Inc., only if the horse was foaled in Maryland as shown by a foal certificate from the Jockey Club and:
(1) the breeder of the horse has maintained a place of abode in Maryland for more than 9 months immediately before registration;
Eligibility:
(2) the breeder of the horse keeps breeding stock continually in Maryland;
(3) the horse was conceived in Maryland during the previous season;
(4) the horse’s dam was sent to Maryland to foal and after foaling was covered ONLY by a Maryland stallion during the season of the horse’s birth; OR
(5) If the horse’s dam dies, is permanently retired, or is certified by a veterinarian as unable to be bred, the horse resided in the State for at least 6 months after the horse was foaled.
From birth to May 31 of yearling year $100 for members and $300 for non members
Fees:
After may 31 of the yearling year $275 for members and $475 for non members
Annual Stallion Registration: $250
Year of Birth 2022 and prior - Breeder bonuses (Maryland Races):
22.5% Breeder bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd on Maryland stakes races, capped at $100,000, for registered Maryland-breds 22.5% Breeder bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd on all overnight races for registered Maryland-breds
7.5% ADDITIONAL Breeder bonus for Maryland-sired, Maryland-bred maiden winners on earned purses for registered Maryland-breds (stallion must be registered annually with MHBA)
Year of Birth 2023 and after - Breeder bonuses - (Maryland Races) - (Enhanced bonus program for Maryland Sired horses)
22.5% Breeder bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd on Maryland stakes races, capped at $100,000, for registered Maryland-breds 22.5% Breeder bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd on all overnight races for registered Maryland-breds by out-of-state or unregistered Maryland Sires
31.5% Breeder bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd on all overnight races for registered Maryland-breds by a registered Maryland Sire (40% more than out-of-state)
Stallion bonuses (all Maryland overnights and stakes capped at $100,000): 7.5% bonus on earned purses for 1st, 2nd, 3rd for registered Maryland-breds (stallion must be registered annually with MHBA)
Races eligible for awards:
Developer bonuses: 15% bonus on share of purse for all open overnight races in Maryland for registered Maryland-bred horses finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd. Developer is the owner of the horse in its first career start. Bonuses will continue to be paid to the Developer throughout the horse’s racing career, regardless of how many times ownership changes, unless the horse changed hands prior to the start of the program on January 22, 2021. Developer bonuses are NOT paid as part of the purse, therefore not reflected in horse’s Equibase earnings.
Owner bonuses: 15% bonus on share of purse for all open overnight races in Maryland for registered Maryland-bred horses finishing 1st, 2nd or 3rd.
VIRGINIA/DELAWARE BREEDER AND STALLION BONUSES: For registered Maryland-bred horses finishing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in all races at Colonial Downs and Delaware Park during a specific period when Maryland is dark. A pre-determined bonus pool will be divided by the total number of points earned across all races. Each horse’s bonus will be calculated based on its total points and will be distributed as Breeder and Stallion bonuses. Bonuses will be awarded based on a four-tiered system that assigns points based on Maryland purse equivalents. Stallions must be registered with MHBA to be eligible.
VIRGINIA/DELAWARE DEVELOPER AND OWNER BONUSES: For registered Maryland-bred horses finishing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in nonrestricted overnight races (excluding stakes, certified, or state-bred restricted races) at Colonial Downs and Delaware Park during a specific period when Maryland is dark. A pre-determined bonus pool will be divided by the total number of points earned across all eligible races. Each horse’s bonus will be calculated based on its total points and will be equally distributed between the Owner(s) and Developer(s). Bonuses will be awarded based on a four-tiered system that assigns points based on Maryland purse equivalents.
MASSACHUSETTS
Information provided by the Massachusetts Thoroughbred Breeders Association
Information gathered from: massbreds.com
Source of funds: % of casino, sports wagering, slots and other gaming
The foal of a thoroughbred mare that drops said foal in the commonwealth and is bred back to the Massachusetts registered stallion shall be Massachusetts bred; or
Eligibility:
(2) The foal of a thoroughbred mare who resides in the commonwealth from the fifteenth day of October of the year prior to foaling and continues such residence until foaling and foals in the commonwealth shall be Massachusetts bred.
(3) In either the case of subparagraph (1) or (2) each thoroughbred foal dropped in the commonwealth shall be registered with the Jockey Club and the department of food and agriculture.”
Fees: Yearling Registration Fee $100, $200 if received if any date after 12/31 of the yearling year
Races eligible for awards:
Eligible to win awards in any race held at any licensed pari-mutuel race meetings in the country, except for Massachusetts restricted stakes races
Owners Awards: Owner receives 10% award on the purse money earned
Developer’s Awards: Developer receives a 20% award on the purse money earned.
Breeder’s Awards: Breeder receives a 25% award on the purse money earned.
Stallion Owner’s Awards: Stallion Owner receives a 15% award on the purse money earned if the horse is by a registered MA stallion. Developer is the owner listed on the racing program for the horse’s first lifetime start. This program is in effect for all Mass Breds making their first LIFETIME start after 7/1/2021.
Stallion award only paid if horse is by a registered MA stallion.
Also offerred is a $10,000 Supplemental purse on any race with purse distributions paid out to 6th place
MINNESOTA
Information from the Minnesota Breeders Fund
Information gathered from: mnbreedersfund.com
Source of funds: Wagering-related revenue, breeder/stallion registrations, and state racing commission resources.
Broodmare Registration: A. Prior to foaling, a broodmare must be in Minnesota and registered with the Racing Commission on or before March 15 of the year in which the broodmare will foal and must remain in Minnesota until foaling. A copy of the broodmare’s Jockey Club physical or digital certificate and the registration application must be submitted electronically to the commission by March 15 of the current breeding year.
B. In the event a broodmare that is not registered with the Racing Commission should foal in Minnesota before March 15, the owner must submit a sworn affidavit to the Racing Commission attesting that the foal was born in Minnesota. The affidavit will be considered evidence that the foal is a Minnesota-bred or Minnesota-foaled horse and the owner of the broodmare or his or her agent must register the broodmare in accordance with item A. The attending veterinarian, licensed by the state of Minnesota, must certify that the information provided by the owner or agent is true and correct.
C. Late fees for late broodmare registration will be imposed as follows:
(1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for broodmare registrations received March 16 to April 14 of the foaling year.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for broodmare registrations received April 15 to June 13 of the foaling year.
D. Failure to submit broodmare registration forms on or before June 13 of the foaling year will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims for breeders’ award payments or for the foal to be registered as Minnesota-bred.
E. The Racing Commission may, at its discretion, request written documentation from any persons seeking late registration that the broodmare was in Minnesota as of March 15 of the foaling year.
Stallion Registration:
Stallions must be in Minnesota and registered with the Racing Commission by January 31 of the current breeding year. A copy of the stallion’s Jockey Club physical or digital certificate and registration application must be submitted electronically to the commission by January 31 of the current breeding year. If the stallion is leased, a copy of the lease must accompany the registration application. The lease must include a statement that the lessee is authorized to sign the breeding certificate.
Eligibility:
B. Stallions must remain in Minnesota for the entire breeding season from January 31 to July 31. A newly acquired stallion that has not been in Minnesota for breeding purposes before January 31 of the current breeding season may be eligible for stallion awards if the stallion has been properly registered with the Racing Commission prior to servicing any mare and the stallion has not serviced any mare after December 31 of the preceding year.
C. Late fees for late stallion registration will be imposed as follows:
(1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for stallion registrations received February 1 to March 1 of the breeding year.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for stallion registrations received March 2 to May 1 of the breeding year.
D. Failure to submit stallion registration forms on or before May 1 of the breeding year will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims for stallion award payments.
E. The commission may, at its discretion, request written documentation from any persons seeking late registration that the stallion was standing in Minnesota as of January 31 of the breeding year.
Foal registration and certification:
A. Within 21 days of the date a horse is foaled in Minnesota, the foal must be registered with the Racing Commission. The registration form must contain the following information: date, name of the owner or lessee of the registered broodmare, registered name of the broodmare, date the foal was born, owner’s statement that the foal was born in Minnesota, and name, signature, and veterinary license number of the Minnesota-licensed veterinarian submitting the report. Failure to submit the veterinarian’s report will disqualify any subsequent claim to register the foal as Minnesota-bred.
B. Late fees for late foal registration will be imposed as follows:
(1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for foal registrations received 22 to 60 days after foaling.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for foal registrations received 61 to 90 days after foaling.
C. Failure to submit foal registration forms on or before 91 days of the date of foaling will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims to earn any breeders’ fund payments.
D. The foal certificate must be verified by microchip by the Racing Commission prior to entry into any restricted race.
E. Failure to have foal certificate verified through the official breed registry shall disqualify any claim to enter the horse in a restricted race or to earn any breeders’ fund payments.
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Fees:
Foal registration fee: If the foal registration is turned in within 21 days of foaling, there is NO fee for registration. Foals seeking late registrations will incur the following fees:
A. (1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for foal registrations received 22 to 60 days after foaling.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for foal registrations received 61 to 90 days after foaling.
B. Failure to submit foal registration forms on or before 91 days of the date of foaling will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims to earn any breeders’ fund payments.
Broodmare registration: Mare registrations turned in on or before March 15th have NO registration fees. Mares seeking late registration will incur the following fees:
A. (1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for broodmare registrations received March 16 to April 14 of the foaling year.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for broodmare registrations received April 15 to June 13 of the foaling year.
B. Failure to submit broodmare registration forms on or before June 13 of the foaling year will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims for breeders’ award payments or for the foal to be registered as Minnesota-bred.
Stallion registration: Stallion registrations completed on or before January 31st of the breeding year have NO registration fees.
Stallions seeking registration after January 31st will incur the following late fees:
A. (1) A late fee of $50 will be imposed for stallion registrations received February 1 to March 1 of the breeding year.
(2) A late fee of $100 will be imposed for stallion registrations received March 2 to May 1 of the breeding year.
B. Failure to submit stallion registration forms on or before May 1 of the breeding year will require a late fee of $300 to qualify for any subsequent claims for stallion award payments.
BREEDERS AWARDS: The money available from the Breeders Fund for the Thoroughbred breed category shall be divided as follows:
A. 80% shall be set aside and paid to breeders of Minnesota-bred horses as Breeders Awards.
B. 20% shall be set aside and paid as Stallion Awards to the owners of the Minnesota-sire at the time of breeding.
The money available from the Thoroughbred Breeders Fund, other than purse supplements earned pursuant to Minnesota Statutes, section 240.135, shall be distributed as follows. “Breeders Awards” shall be paid to the breeder or lessee of a Minnesota-bred horse, as reflected on the Jockey Club physical or digital certificate, that earns purse earnings in any North American pari-mutuel race. The amount of award shall be a percentage of the total amount available for all awards. Purse earnings earned in any North American race that is conducted outside of Minnesota during the Minnesota Thoroughbred racing meeting shall not count toward qualified earnings. A horse’s earnings in any single race must not be worth more than the winner’s share of the largest purse offered during the Minnesota Thoroughbred racing meeting.
Races eligible for awards:
STALLION OWNERS AWARDS: Shall be paid to the owners or lessees of the Minnesota-sire of a Minnesota-bred horse that earns purse earnings in any pari-mutuel race. The amount of award shall be a percentage of the total amount available for all awards. Purse earnings earned in any North American race outside of Minnesota during the Minnesota Thoroughbred racing meeting shall not count toward qualified earnings. A horse’s earnings in any single race must not be worth more than the winner’s share of the largest purse offered during the Minnesota Thoroughbred racing meeting.
Purse supplements earned shall not count toward qualified earnings in determining Breeders’ or Stallion Awards. Additionally, for the purpose of breeders’ and stallion awards, both available award money and qualified purse earnings shall be totaled annual from October 1st to September 30th. Awards are distributed by December 31st of the year earned.
OUT OF STATE RACE AWARDS: Minnesota-bred horses may earn awards from purses won in any North American pari-mutuel race, however, purse earnings earned in any North American race outside of Minnesota during the Minnesota Thoroughbred racing meet shall not count toward qualified earnings.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
Fees:
Races eligible for awards:
NEBRASKA
Information gathered from: nrgc.nebraska.gov/sites/default/files/Racing/Racing_Rules_-_Title_294.pdf
Pari-mutuel wagering (1% of gaming revenue at Thoroughbred tracks) and racing industry-generated revenue- fees, etc. Nebraska splits its Thoroughbred incentive funds into purse supplements and breeder and stallion awards for Nebraska-bred horses, with the funds being allocated at the racetrack where they were generated. According to Nebraska Revised Statute 2-1207.01, deductions from wagers are used to promote agriculture and horse breeding by supplementing purses and providing breeder and stallion awards specifically for Nebraska-bred horses registered under state rules.
Only the breeders of Certified Nebraska Breds are eligible to receive Breeders Awards.
There will be two classifications for Nebraska-bred foals, which willbe referred to as Class “A” and Class “B”:
Class “A” foals must meet the following requirements:
(a) be conceived and foaled in the State of Nebraska out of a mare properly registered at the time of foaling with the Nebraska Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse registrar, (b) be sired by a stallion that was at the time of conception properly registered with the official registry (see 24.003), (c) the annual stallion Report of Mares Bred must be on file with the official registrar, and (d) the Annual Broodmare Report for the mare must be on file with the Nebraska Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse registrar when these requirements are met, the official registrar will issue a Certificate of Eligibility for a class “A” Nebraskabred foal.
Class “B” foals must meet the following requirements:
(a) be foaled in the State of Nebraska out of a mare properly registered at the time of foaling with the Nebraska Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse registrar, (b) the Stallion Report for a Class “B” Nebraska-bred foal must be on file with the Nebraska Thoroughbred or Quarter Horse registrar. The Stallion Report for a Class “B” Nebraska-bred foal is for a stallion standing outside the State of Nebraska or a stallion in Nebraska that is not registered with the official registrar at the time of conception.
Mare Registration: $50, Transfering Mare: $25
Stallion Registration (before he serves any mare): $50, Transfering Stallion: $25
Foal Registration (all ages): $50
Application fee: $50
Nebraska-bred restricted races held at Nebraska racetracks, especially at Fonner Park, which is the main racing venue in the state (also the Columbus Exposition & Racing). The Nebraska Racing and Gaming Commission requires at least one Nebraska-bred restricted race on every race day, ensuring dedicated opportunities for Nebraska-bred horses to compete and qualify for breeder incentives.
Source of funds:
NEW JERSEY
Information from the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/new-jersey
New Jersey sources its Thoroughbred incentive program funds primarily through an annual $20 million purse subsidy from the state’s general fund. The subsidy is legislatively appropriated by the New Jersey Legislature and allocated equally between the Thoroughbred and Standardbred industries, with $10 million annually directed to Thoroughbreds. The New Jersey-bred incentive awards program does not receive money from the purse subsidy. Of the funds allocated to the thoroughbred industry, 100 percent will be allocated to Monmouth Park overnight purses.
Both accredited and non-accredited New Jersey-bred Thoroughbreds are eligible to receive breeders’, owners’, and stallion awards from races exclusively for New Jersey-bred foals, but the awards may differ according to rules set by the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey.
- To qualify for such registration, the said horse must have been foaled in the State of New Jersey by a resident New Jersey mare or a non-resident New Jersey mare or conceived by a resident “New Jersey stallion.”
- A resident New Jersey mare is a mare that resides in New Jersey continuously from November 1 of the year prior to the foaling through the date of foaling. A mare purchased at public auction subsequent to October 17th of the year prior to foaling, is considered a resident New Jersey mare provided that she commences residence in New Jersey within two weeks of her purchase and continuously resides in New Jersey through the date of foaling. For the purpose of this paragraph, public auction is defined as an auction generally regarded as a public auction in the thoroughbred horse industry and recognized as same by the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey.
- A non-resident New Jersey mare is a mare that has not returned to New Jersey by November 1 of the year prior to foaling. The resulting foal can still be registered as a New Jersey-bred provided the mare is bred to a registered New Jersey stallion the season of the birth of said foal and remain in New Jersey for a continuous period of 90 days after foaling.
Eligibility:
- “New Jersey stallion” is a stallion resident and standing in the State of New Jersey the full breeding season, commonly understood to be the period from February 1 through July 1 of the subject year. If a stallion is brought into New Jersey subsequent to the start of the breeding season, he may be approved as a “New Jersey stallion” by the New Jersey Racing Commission upon recommendation of the Board of Trustees of the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey provided that he stands and is a resident in New Jersey for the remainder of the breeding season. For those stallions brought into New Jersey subsequent to the commencement of the breeding season, approval by the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey as a “New Jersey stallion” is only for the period from the date of approval through the end of the breeding season. All “New Jersey stallions” must be registered with the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey and all appropriate fees paid prior to February 1 of the breeding season or, in the case of a stallion entering the State subsequent to the start of the breeding season, prior to serving the first mare. Failure to meet the above criteria solely by reason of death of the stallion does not disqualify said stallion as a “New Jersey stallion.”
- Only New Jersey bred foals as defined below are eligible to enter and start in races exclusively for New Jersey bred foals. New Jersey bred foals are placed in two categories, which are defined as follows:
- An “accredited” New Jersey bred foal is a horse that is:
- Registered with the Jockey Club;
- Foaled in New Jersey during a period in which the mare is considered a resident “New Jersey mare” as defined in (b) 1 above and
- Registered with the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey with all applicable fees paid.
- A “non-accredited” New Jersey bred foal is a horse that is born between 2005 and 2010 and is:
- Registered with the Jockey Club;
- Foaled in New Jersey during a period in which the mare is considered a non-resident “New Jersey mare” as defined in (b) 2 above
- Conceived in New Jersey by a “New Jersey” stallion” as defined in (b) 3 above but not foaled in New Jersey; and
- Registered with the Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association of New Jersey with all applicable fees paid.
Annual membership dues: $100
Foals registered during weanling year: members $100, Non-members $200
Fees:
Foals registered as yearlings: Members $250, Non-members $350
Foals registered as two-year-olds and older: Members, $400, Non-members $500.00
Stallion registration: $100 annual fee due by February 1
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Races eligible for awards:
Restricted Races:
By law each New Jersey racetrack shall program to run at least one race per day which shall be limited to registered New Jersey-bred foals. The races shall carry a purse 25% higher than the corresponding open race.
Restricted Stakes Races: Yes
Purse Supplement in Open Races:
Owners Awards:
Owner award of 10% of the purse earned to registered New Jersey-bred horses that finish 1st-4th in open races run in New Jersey. The owner award is in addition to the purse supplement in open races. The 10% award is distributed by the TBANJ as part of their incentive program distribution. The maximum award is $10,000 for first place and $5,000 for second, third, and fourth place.
In addition, a 40% bonus is awarded to the owner from Monmouth Park and the Meadowlands when New Jersey-bred horses finish 1st-3rd in open company races. The 40% bonus is separate from the awards distributed by the TBANJ and is deposited directly into the owner’s account with the horsemen’s bookkeeper. The maximum award for the 40% bonus is $15,000 per race.
Breeders Awards:
Breeder Award of 35% of purse earned for New Jersey-sired horses finishing 1st - 4th in races run in New Jersey; 25% of purse earned for non-New Jersey-sired horses finishing 1st-4th in races run in New Jersey. The maximum award is $10,000 for first place and $5,000 for second, third, and fourth place.
Stallion Awards:
Stallion owners receive 10% of purse earned for registered New Jersey-bred horses that finish 1st - 4th in races run in New Jersey. The maximum award is $10,000 for first place and $5,000 for second, third,and fourth place.
Out of State Awards:
N/A
Breed-Back Rule:
A non-resident New Jersey mare is a mare that has not returned to New Jersey by November 1 of the year prior to foaling. The resulting foal can still be registered as a New Jersey-bred provided the mare is bred to a registered New Jersey stallion the season of the birth of said foal and remain in New Jersey for a continuous period of 90 days after foaling.
Source of funds:
NEW MEXICO
Information provided by the New Mexico Horse Breeders Association
Information gathered from: nmhorsebreeders.com/incentives/
Rules were adopted by the New Mexico Racing Commission in February 1999 in accordance with the laws enacted by the New Mexico State Legislature to allow twenty percent of the net take from gaming at the racetracks to go to purses. Of that 20%, the New Mexico Horsemen’s Association distributes 80.7% of the fund to the existing purse structure.
The NMHBA gaming purse fund is divided evenly between the Incentive Award Fund, NM Stakes Fund (breakage) and the Overnight purse fund (unclaimed tickets). The New Mexico Stakes Fund and Overnight purse fund is distributed back to the racetrack where the funds were generated.
The remaining 19.3% is distributed to the NMHBA Gaming Purse Fund.
45% – Breeders
35% – Owners
12% – Stallion Owners
8% – Administrative Fees
10% Track Breeder Awards, we have taken over the distribution of those funds and supply breeders with a 1099 in January for the previous year. Once the purses are cleared by the New Mexico Racing Commission, we request the funds from the racetracks. They have five business days to transfer the funds to us and once we have received them, we write the checks and mail them out. The breeders usually get this award within a month after the horse wins as long as the purse is cleared.
Eligibility:
The accredited New Mexico Broodmare must be bred in New Mexico to an accredited NM Stallion. The foal’s sire must have been registered in the NM Permanent Stallion Registry before time of breeding and is actively standing in New Mexico the year of breeding (or foal penalties apply)
NEW MEXICO BRED APPLICATION FEES:
$60 Weanling
$150 Yearling
$1,000 2 Yr Old
$2,000 3 Yr Old & Up
$500 Additional Fee for Out of State Foaling (Foals of 2025 & younger)
Broodmares $100.00 Register new broodmares in foal by September 1st of Year bred
Broodmare Penalties
Fees:
1st year penalty $350.00 If mare is registered after 9/1 of breeding year
2nd year penalty
$700.00 If mare is registered after 9/1 of foaling year
3rd year penalty
$1,500.00 If mare is registered after 9/1 of yearling year (maximum)
Stallions $400.00 Register before breeding any mares.
Stallion Penalty $1,500.00 If foal conceived before stallion registration date
Stallion Transfer $50.00 No specific date
Stallion Reactivation $200.00 No specific date
Export Broodmare $500.00 By October 1st
Late Export Fee $1,000.00 Fee after October 10th
BREEDERS: Awarded for 1st, 2nd, 3rd place finish in ANY race in New Mexico.
Each racetrack in the State of New Mexico is required to pay a 10% track breeders award to any New Mexico bred horse that wins a race. 10% of the winning purse provided by the racetrack is paid to the breeder of record. 10% of added monies by the race track in stakes races is paid by the track to the breeder of record. Any monies added to a purse by an organization other than the racetrack is not included in the 10% track breeder awards. The track breeder award sheets are sent to the New Mexico Horse Breeders offices for completion of addresses and social security numbers as well as verification of the New Mexico bred status of each winning horse
Races eligible for awards:
STALLION OWNERS: Awarded for 1st place finish in ANY race in New Mexico.
ALso, 20% bonus program for New Mexico Breds that run in open overnight races in New Mexico.
This program is figured on 20% of the total horsemen’s purse fund for that race and then if a NM Bred comes in 1st place, they get an additional 63% of that 20%, if the 2nd place finisher is a NM Bred, they get an additional 24% of the 20%, and if the 3rd place finisher is a NM Bred, they get an additional 13% of the 20%. Racetracks are required to offer at least three NM Bred races in the body of each day in the Condition Book and if any of those fill with seven or more horses, they have to be used. NM Bred Extra races are also offered frequently but if a NM Bred is having a hard time getting into a NM Bred race and finds an open race their horse fits the conditions for, this program gives them funds comparable to what they would earn in a restricted race.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
Fees:
NEW YORK
Information provided by the New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund
Information gathered from: nybreds.com
The Fund derives revenue from a small percentage of every dollar bet on thoroughbred racing in New York State, both on- and off-track, and also from a percentage of the breakage. The Fund also obtains revenue from a small percentage of the Video Lottery Terminal (VLT) monies from Aqueduct and Finger Lakes Racetrack.
0.5% of wagering handle 1.5% from VLT’s (Resorts World) 1% breakage (will decrease with recently enacted penny breakage in NYS
To qualify for registration as a New York-bred, the mare must FOAL in New York State and meet the following domicile requirements. Please note that mare residency is determined on a foal-by-foal basis.
Resident Mares: Must be continuously in residence in New York State from within 120 days after last cover in the year of conception and thereafter remain in residence until FOALING the following year, with no breed-back required. Mares that maintain their residency status can be covered each season by a stallion located anywhere in the world.
A non-resident mare is a mare that does not qualify as a resident mare. However, under our new rules, a non-resident mare that is purchased in foal through public auction will be deemed to be a resident mare for all purposes if all of the following conditions are satisfied: (1) the mare is purchased for at least $50,000 in the public auction, (2) the mare is present in New York State within 15 days after the sale is concluded, (3) the foal from public auction mare is foaled in New York State and (4) the mare thereafter is continuously in residence in New York State from within 120 days after her last cover in the year of conception of another foal and remains in residency until foaling.
Non-Resident Mares: In order for her foal to be eligible to be registered as a NY-bred, a non-resident mare must FOAL in New York State, remain in the state for a continuous period of 90 days (including the time before and after foaling) AND be BRED BACK to a registered New York stallion before leaving the state. For further information, contact the Fund offices at (518) 886-1013.
Mares from Public Auction: Effective for public auction sales occurring on or after November 1, 2019, a non-resident mare that is purchased in foal through public auction will be deemed to be a resident mare for all purposes if each of the following conditions is satisfied:
(1) the mare is purchased for at least $50,000 (or such other amount as the fund may determine annually and prominently disclose on the fund’s website on or before July 1 of each year) in the public auction;
(2) the mare is present in New York State within 15 days after the sale is concluded (or within 60 days in the case of a mare purchased at public auction abroad);
(3) the foal from public auction mare is foaled in New York State; and
(4) thereafter, the mare is continuously in residence in New York State from within 120 days after last cover in the year of conception of another New York foal and remains in residence until foaling (such mare shall not be subject to breed-back requirements). In the event that any of the foregoing conditions in this subdivision are not met, no breeder, owner or stallion awards attributable to the foal from public auction mare shall be due or owing to the individual or entity that purported to purchase the public auction mare in accordance with this subdivision, provided, however, that nothing in this subdivision shall affect the owner awards or stallion awards that may be due and owing to individuals or entitles that are not controlled by or affiliated with the individual or entity that purported to purchase the public auction mare in accordance with this subdivision.
The rate varies depending on the age of the foal.
If applied for by December 31st in the year of the foal’s birth, the fee is $50.
After the universal equine birthday of January 1st, the foal is considered a yearling, and the fee is $300.
The fee for registration of a two-year-old is $500, and the fee for registration of three-year-olds and up is $1,000.
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Races eligible for awards:
2024 total awards - $20,300,000
The following are the breeder-award rates and caps:
New York-Sired* Award (Percent of Purse Money Earned)
First Place: 40%
Second Place: 20%
Third Place: 10% Cap per Award: $40,000
Non-New York-Sired* Award (Percent of Purse Money Earned)
First Place: 20%
Second Place: 10%
Third Place: 5% Cap per Award $20,000
*A New York-sired New York-bred is sired by a registered New York stallion. A non-New York-sired New York-bred is sired by an out-ofstate stallion or an unregistered New York stallion.
Stallion Owner Awards
These awards are paid to owners of registered New York-based (at the time of conception) covering stallions. Please note that only New York-bred progeny of New York-based stallions are eligible to earn stallion owner awards. Stallion owner awards have increased to 10% of purses earned from finishes in first through third place. All stallion owner awards are capped at $10,000 per horse, per race.
OHIO
Source of funds:
The Ohio Thoroughbred Race Fund receives 1.125% of all wagers on pari-mutuel thoroughbred racing within the state, and 0.25% of exotic wagering on thoroughbred races. Fund 5620 also receives 0.625% of pari-mutuel wagering on quarter horse racing and 0.25% of exotic wagering on quarter horse racing to support quarter horse development and purses. In addition, a percentage of pari-mutuel wagering on harness racing, determined by the Tax Commissioner, is deposited into Fund 5620. Any interest earned on fund balances is also credited to this fund.
Bred or foaled in the state of Ohio. Verified for races exclusive to Ohio-breds and for awards connected to the Ohio Thoroughbred Race Fund. To qualify as an Ohio accredited Thoroughbred, a horse must be conceived and born in Ohio, with specific residency and registration requirements for the mare and stallion involved in breeding, as regulated by the Ohio State Racing Commission.
(1) An “accredited Ohio thoroughbred horse” means a horse conceived in this state and born in this state which is both of the following:
Eligibility:
(a) Born of a mare that is domiciled in this state at the time of the horse’s conception, that remains continuously in the state through the date on which the horse is born, and that is registered as required by the rules of the state racing commission;
(b) By a stallion that stands for breeding purposes only in this state in the year in which the horse is conceived, and that is registered as required by the rules of the commission.
Must be registered under the Ohio Thoroughbred Race Fund Program.
Registration: $100-1x fee broodmare
$100 Stallion…$25 Stallion renewal
Fees:
$25 foal registration
$10 Breeders license
Nomination fee: $50?
Ohio-bred restricted races: Races exclusively for Ohio-bred thoroughbreds.
Open allowance races: Ohio-bred horses winning in open company races at Ohio racetracks also qualify for awards.
Stakes races: Purses for stakes races that are restricted to Ohio-bred horses.
Out-of-state races: Earnings in out-of-state races may also count toward breeder and stallion awards, especially when there are no Ohio races running.
Owners Awards:
N/A
Breeders Awards:
Broodmares 1. All races other than claiming or starter allowance, 15% of winner’s share of purse, 15% of second place share of purse, and 15% of third place share of purse 2. All claiming and starter allowance races, 15% of winner’s share of purse, 15% of second place share of purse, and 15% of third place share of purse
Races eligible for awards:
Stallion Awards:
All races other than claiming or starter allowance, 10% of winner’s share of purse, 10% of second place share of purse, and 10% of third place share of purse 2. All claiming and starter allowance races, 10% of winner’s share of purse, 10% of second place share of purse, and 10% of third place share of purse
Out of State Awards:
N/A
Breed-Back Rule:
Two categories of Ohio Foals. Ohio Foal-Mare brought in state & registered before foaling. Ohio Accredited-Mare & Stallion reside in state.
The Ohio Thoroughbred Race Fund awards are available for:
-Ohio-accredited stakes races listed in the annual schedule (e.g., Best of Ohio races, Governor’s Buckeye Cup, etc.)
-Open allowance races for Ohio-bred horses with purse supplements
-Overnight races categorized by age and gender with conditions on claiming and allowance classifications.
OKLAHOMA
Information provided by the Oklahoma Quarter Horse Racing Association
Information gathered from: oqhra.com/em_screenshot/oklahoma-bred-program/
Source of funds: Funded by unclaimed tickets, breakage and a percentage of the exotic handle. Payouts are based on the handle at each track and vary slightly according to the track and the racing breed.
Below are the simple rules for getting a stallion, broodmare, or racehorse officially “Oklahoma-Bred.”
Stallion Requirements
- Lives and breeds in Oklahoma
- The stallion must have its home base (“domicile”) in Oklahoma and stand for breeding here.
- Must be registered before covering mares
- You apply to the Oklahoma-Bred Stallion Registry by February 1 each breeding season.
- Late applications are accepted through June 30 (with extra fees).
- Foals only count if stallion was accredited first
- If a mare is bred before the stallion is registered, her foal won’t be eligible.
- If you miss December 31, you lose accreditation (hardship recertification fees apply).
- Temporary departures allowed
- The stallion can leave for racing, medical care, sales consignment, or approved foreign breeding.
- He must return to Oklahoma and re-establish his home within 30 days to keep accreditation.
- Re-accreditation if he really leaves
- If the stallion moves away for other reasons, he loses accreditation.
- To get it back, he must return, pay fees, re-apply, and show proof he’s meeting all rules.
Broodmare Requirements:
- Lives and foals in Oklahoma
- The mare must be domiciled in Oklahoma and enrolled in the Broodmare Registry
- Registration deadlines
Eligibility:
- Apply by December 31 of the year before she’s due to foal
- Late apps accepted up to foaling (hardship applications any time)
- Foals only count if mare was accredited first
- If you register her after she foals, you need a hardship application (and extra fee) to get her foal accredited
- Temporary departures allowed
- She can leave for racing, vet care, performance, sales, or approved foreign breeding
- She must return within 30 days or lose accreditation (and her foal becomes ineligible)
- Out-of-state breeding rules
- If she’s bred outside Oklahoma by a non-accredited stallion, she must be back by August 15
- If she misses that, her accreditation and her foal’s eligibility go away unless she returns and re-files
- Must foal in Oklahoma every other year (starting foals born 2011)
- To keep making eligible foals, she has to produce a foal here in alternating years by an accredited Oklahoma-Bred stallion.
Racing Stock Requirements (foal):
- Must be born (foaled) in Oklahoma
- Two accreditation types
- Conceived and Foaled: Both parents (mare and stallion) are accredited Oklahoma-Bred.
- Foaled:Only the mother is accredited; sire is not.
- Rules for non-accredited sires
- A foal by a non-accredited stallion can be accredited if all other rules are met.
- The next foal from that same mare must be by an accredited stallion.
- You can’t have two back-to-back foals by non-accredited stallions without one accredited-sired foal in between.
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Fees:
Oklahoma-Bred Accreditation: $25 due by February 1
$50 if paid between February 2 and June 30
$250 if paid between July 1 and December 31
Foal registered in the year of birth by December 31: $50.
Yearling registration by December 31 of the yearling year: $150.
Registration for two-year-olds by December 31: $450.
Racing stock registration for three-year-olds by December 31: $750.
Racing stock registration after December 31 of the horse’s three-year-old year: $1,000.
Restricted Oklahoma-Bred thoroughbred races held at licensed Oklahoma racetracks like Remington Park and Will Rogers Downs. These races are limited to certified Oklahoma-Bred horses to promote local breeding.
Open Races and Stakes at Oklahoma licensed tracks where Oklahoma-Breds compete. Owners and breeders earn awards or purse supplements on purse earnings in these races.
Races eligible for awards:
Oklahoma-Bred Stakes and Championship Races, which are scheduled annually at licensed tracks with varying purse sizes and awards.
Each licensed racetrack in Oklahoma is required to run at least two Oklahoma-bred-restricted races daily, with purse supplements or incentive monies distributed to owners, breeders, and stallion owners of accredited Oklahoma-bred horses.
Award categories
Category A: Accredited mare + accredited stallion = 100% broodmare award
Category B: Accredited mare + non-accredited stallion = 50% award
Category C: First-time accredited mare’s first foal = 100% award
Owner or lessee at foaling gets broodmare awards
OREGON
Source of funds:
Funds from Oregon Racing Commission Racing Development, Oregon Racing Statute. 1% of gross mutuel wagering on thoroughbred horse races, to be apportioned among the owners in the same ratio that each owner’s purses for Oregon bred thoroughbred horses for the race meet bears to the total purses for Oregon bred thoroughbred horses for the race meet;
Eligibility: The Thoroughbred must be registered with the Jockey Club as an Oregon-bred and have been entered in at least one race during their career. Applicants must be Oregon residents.
Fees: OTOBA Annual Dues: individual - $55 ~ or ~ Dual - $75 (with Spouse or Partner) OTOBA membership is not required; however, if the breeder is not a member, a 5% withholding is deducted from any awarded bonuses or cash incentives.
Foal Registration Incentive: $1,500 is paid for foals born in 2024 & 2025! $1,000 paid for foals born in 2023. Submit a copy of the Jockey Club Certificate to the OTOBA for payment.
Starting Bonus: Paid for entries at the summer fairs and commercial meet.
Purse Supplements: The OTOBA adds additional purse money to overnight races, stakes and handicaps.
Oregon-bred Stakes Races: The OTOBA sponsors Oregon-bred races and adds purse money.
Hi Point Challenge: The OTOBA sponsors a summer fair meet challenge. Cash prizes are awarded to the owners of the top 5 fillies/ mares and the top five colts/geldings.
Summer Fair Supplements: The OTOBA adds purse money to Oregon-bred races at four county fairs in Oregon.
Races eligible for awards:
Breeder’s Awards: The OTOBA pays the breeders of Oregon-bred Thoroughbreds a percentage of the 1st -5th place earnings from Thoroughbred races at Grants Pass Downs commerical meet and the summer meets. 20% of Oregon-bred Thoroughbred earnings for 1st-5th place finishes during the summer meets and the commercial meet will be paid to the Breeder!
Owner’ Bonus: Bonus paid to owners of Oregon-bred Thoroughbreds who have earnings at the designated commercial race meet. Bonus is dependent on monies received per Oregon Racing Statute. 10% of Oregon-bred Thoroughbred earnings for 1st-5th place finishes during the summer meets will be paid to the Owner!
A bonus will be paid on the summer fairs if funds are available.
Source of funds:
PENNSYLVANIA
Information provided by the Pennsylvania Horse Breeders Association
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/pennsylvania
Primarily through the Pennsylvania Breeders Fund, which is financed by a percentage of the state’s thoroughbred wagering handle and slot machine revenue. Additional financial contributions come from horsemen’s associations, including the Pennsylvania Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association and the Pennsylvania Horsemen’s Benevolent and Protective Association, which help support owner bonuses and purses for restricted races.
Eligibility: A Thoroughbred foal born in the State of Pennsylvania and registered as such with the Jockey Club is eligible for Pennsylvania-Bred registration with the PHBA if one of the following conditions is met:
For foals of 2018 and thereafter, the dam of the foal resided continuously in Pennsylvania since December 1 of the year of conception through foaling; or
The dam of the foal was purchased at a public sale after December 1 of the year of conception, then brought into Pennsylvania within 14 days of the date of purchase (within 60 days if purchased outside of the U.S.), and remained continuously through foaling. During the year of foaling, the foal or its dam spent at least ninety (90) days in the state; or
The dam of the foal arrived after December 1 of the year of conception, foaled in Pennsylvania and was bred back to a registered PA stallion standing in Pennsylvania and the dam of the foal resided sixty (60) consecutive days during the year of foaling.
Fees:
Annual membership is $125. PHBA members pay $100 for applications postmarked within 365 days of the foaling date; $200 for applications postmarked by December 31 of the yearling year. Fees for non-PHBA members are $300 and $400 respectively. Registration applications beyond December 31 of the yearling year are considered Late Applications for Registration and cost $500. All horses must be registered prior to entry to become eligible.
Stallions - PHBA provides applications to be completed by the stallion’s owner and returned to the PHBA along with a one time $500 registration fee by February 15th of the breeding season. Late registrations will be accepted until December 31st for $1,000.
Owners Bonus Awards:
Registered PA-breds finishing 1st thru 3rd receive an “Owner Bonus” of purse earned in all overnight races; currently 40% at Parx, 30% at Presque Isle Downs, and 25% at Penn National.
Breeders Awards:
Breeder Awards (finishing 1st through 3rd): 40% of purse earned for Registered PA-Sired PA-Breds; 20% of purse earned for Registered Non PA-Sired PA-Breds.
Stallion Awards:
Races eligible for awards:
Stallion Award of 10% of purse earned to Stallion Owner (at time of conception) for PA Stallion’s progeny finishing 1st thru 3rd at all three PA tracks.
Out of State Awards:
N/A
Breed-Back Rule:
Yes; eligibility varies, please visit our website. Mares are required to breed back to a Pennsylvania stallion if she arrives in state after December 1. However, PA-Breds sired by registered Pennsylvania stallions earn significantly larger awards for their breeders.
Distribution Awards:
The Pennsylvania Breeding Fund has paid out over $27 million on average annually over the last five years. *Excluding 2020
There are no residency requirements for owners and/or breeders.
TEXAS
Information provided by the Texas Thoroughbred Association
Information gathered from: texasthoroughbred.com/texas-bred/
Source of funds: The ATB Program is funded by 1% of all multiple (i.e., exotic) wagers at each Texas track, as well as breakage- specifically 10%.
Awards are paid for accredited Texas-bred Thoroughbreds who finish in the top three in any race in Texas.
Eligibility:
In simple terms, a Texas-bred can be any Thoroughbred who was foaled (born) in the state of Texas. However, every Texas-bred is not an Accredited Texas-bred. To be an Accredited Texas-bred and be eligible to participate in the ATB program, a horse must be (a) foaled in Texas, (b) out of an accredited Texas mare who is permanently domiciled in Texas, (c) registered with The Jockey Club and (d) accredited with the Texas Thoroughbred Association. Only accredited Texas-bred horses are eligible for owner, breeder and stallion awards, which are paid at the conclusion of every Thoroughbred meet held at Texas racetracks.
A foal by a non-accredited stallion whose dam is not next-bred to an accredited Texas stallion can still become an accredited Texasbred but will only be be eligible for 50% of the allotted breeder awards.
Broodmares: One time, lifetime accredidation fee; $75 members or $125 non-members
One-time, supplemental lifetime accreditation fee to accredit a broodmare with a Texas-foaled weanling after the date of foaling but before December 31 of the same year of foaling, and still be eligible to receive ATB Breeders Awards on the subject foal. (effective starting January 1, 2008): $150 members or $200 non-members
Stallions: One time, lifetime accredidation fee; $100 members or $150 non-members, plus
Annual administrative fees to insure stallion awards only. Due on or before February 1 of each year; $200
Fees:
Late administrative fee if paid after February 1 of any given year. Late fee will not be accepted if postmarked after August 1, $325
Racing Stock
When applied for by May 31 of the foal’s yearling year; $75 members or $125 non-members
When applied for between June 1 and December 31 of the foal’s yearling year; $200 members or $250 non-members
When applied for between January 1 and December 31 of the horse’s 2-year-old year; $750 members or $800 non-members
When applied for on or after January 1 of the horse’s 3-year-old year; $1500 members or $1550 non-members
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Races eligible for awards:
Restricted Races: Yes, two per day
Restricted Stakes Races: Yes
Purse Supplement in Open Races:
Avg Purse Supplement in Open Races – none; the ATB Program provides for owner, breeder and stallion owner incentive awards paid through the Texas Thoroughbred Association
Owners Awards:
First, 25% of the funds are allocated to owner bonus awards for horses placing 1, 2 or 3 in open company races in Texas. The remainder is divided into categories for owner (40%), breeder (40%) and stallion owner awards (20%).The awards are calculated by dividing the available awards money (for the category of awards in question) by the total purse money earned by horses eligible for that award. The resulting percentage is then multiplied by the individual horse’s earnings to get the award amount.Therefore, the percentages vary from track to track and meet to meet.
Breeders Awards:
First, 25% of the funds are allocated to owner bonus awards for horses placing 1, 2 or 3 in open company races in Texas. The remainder is divided into categories for owner (40%), breeder (40%) and stallion owner awards (20%).The awards are calculated by dividing the available awards money (for the category of awards in question) by the total purse money earned by horses eligible for that award. The resulting percentage is then multiplied by the individual horse’s earnings to get the award amount.Therefore, the percentages vary from track to track and meet to meet.
Stallion Awards:
First, 25% of the funds are allocated to owner bonus awards for horses placing 1, 2 or 3 in open company races in Texas. The remainder is divided into categories for owner (40%), breeder (40%) and stallion owner awards (20%).The awards are calculated by dividing the available awards money (for the category of awards in question) by the total purse money earned by horses eligible for that award. The resulting percentage is then multiplied by the individual horse’s earnings to get the award amount.Therefore, the percentages vary from track to track and meet to meet.
Out of State Awards:
Breeder awards are paid to the eligible breeders of Accredited Texas-bred horses finishing 1, 2 or 3 in US races outside of Texas when there is no live Thoroughbred racing in Texas or when the out-of-state race is a stakes with a purse of $50,000 or more. These are paid annually for the previous calendar year.
Breed-Back Rule:
Voluntary in order to receive full ATB Breeder Awards. A foal by a non-accredited stallion whose dam is not next-bred to an Accredited Texas stallion will only be eligible for 50% of the allotted breeder awards.
On every racing day, an association (track) shall provide for the running of at least two races limited to accredited Texas-bred horses, one of which shall be restricted to maidens. However, funds for these races are derived from the track purse account, not the incentive fund. Restricted Stakes - Owner Awards ARE NOT paid on stakes races restricted to accredited Texas-bred horses. However, 10% of the total breakage is used to assist in funding the purses for these restricted stakes. Breeder Awards and Stallion Owner Awards ARE paid on restricted stakes races.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
Fees:
VIRGINIA
Information provided by the Virginia Thoroughbred Association
Information gathered from: vabred.org/virginia-bred-horses/
The source of funding for the Virginia Bred, Virginia Sired and Virginia Stallion programs is 1.0% of all live , ADW and OTB pari-mutuel pools, and .025 % of gross HHR receipts. The horsemen’s purse account provides purses for all Virginia Bred races, Virginia and Maryland Bred/Sired stakes races run in Virginia, and Virginia Restricted races ( VA Bred/Sired or Certified). Purse monies shall be paid from the horsemen’s account when approval is granted by the stewrads.
The source of funding for the Virginia Certified program is a $4 million fund from the Virginia Equine Alliance (VEA) derived from wagering on live racing, ADW, OTB and HHR.Purse monies shall be paid from the horsemen’s account when approval is granted by the stewards.
2024 breakout of fund distribution for Virginia Bred programs; 92.5% of the fund went to breeders of Virginia Breds placing 1st-3rd at sanctioned racetracks in North America. 7.5% went to stallion awards to owners or lessees of Virginia Registered stallions that sired Virginia breds who placed 1st-3rd at sanctioned racetracks in North America.
“Virginia-bred Thoroughbred horse” means a registered Thoroughbred horse foaled in Virginia. Beginning with foals of 2024, the foal’s dam must also domicile in Virginia from September 1 of the year of conception and reside in Virginia until the dam foals the following year. “Virginia-Certified Thoroughbred horse” is a horse registered by The Jockey Club, conceived and foaled outside of Virginia, and that maintains residency in Virginia for at least a six (6) month consecutive period prior to December 31st of its two-year-old year. The horse must maintain residency at a Virginia participating facility within the Commonwealth, where the horse can be available for inspection by a Virginia-Certified Thoroughbred Program (VACTP) official.
“Virginia-sired Thoroughbred horse” means a registered Thoroughbred horse sired by a Virginia Thoroughbred sire, but not foaled in Virginia or not otherwise satisfying the requirements for a Virginia-bred Thoroughbred horse.
One time registration fees:Virginia Bred Foal registration Fee: $25 for VTA members, $125 for non-members; due by December 31 of the year foaled.
Virginia Bred Yearling registration Fee: $50 for members, $150 for non-members; due by December 31 of yearling year.
Virginia Bred Older Horse registration Fee(2YO+): $200 for members, $300 for non-members for horses two years or older.
Virginia-sired registration Fee: $25 for members, $125 for non-members. Fees must be paid at the time of registration for each eligible horse.
Virginia Certified registration fee $100 for members, $250 for non-members.
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Races eligible for awards:
Restricted Races: There are a minimum of 2 Virginia Restricted (Virginia Bred, Virginia Sired, Virginia Certified) races per day at Colonial Downs. Restricted race purses are 25% higher than open race purses.
Restricted Stakes Races at Colonial Downs:
4 stakes for Virginia Bred and Virginia sired horses at $125,000 each
2 Virginia Restricted stakes for 2 year olds (Virginia Bred, Virginia sired, Virginia certified) $100,000 each plus additional $50,000 to Virginia Bred or Sired
4 Virginia Restricted Handicaps (Virginia Bred, Virginia Sired, Virginiia Certified) $100,000 each plus additional $50,000 to Virginia Bred or Sired
16 Scheduled Virginia Bred or Sired and Maryland Bred or Sired stakes from June 2025 to March 2026. 6 of the stakes were run at Colonial Downs with Black Type and purses of $125,000 each.
Purse Supplement in Open races: Owners of Virginia Bred or sired horses earn a 50% purse bonus when their horses finish 1st through 4th in open races at Colonial Downs
Developer Awards: The developer is the owner of record at the first lifetime start of an eligible horse. Developers of Virginia bred or sired and Virginia Certified horses earn up to a 25% bonus on all open race wins in the Mid Atlantic which includes NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, VA, including National Steeplechase sanctioned races in the Mid Atlantic.Developers earn a 10% bonus for state bred restricted race wins.
Breeders Awards:
Breeders bonuses are earned when a Virginia Bred finishes 1st - 3rd in any open race in NA, any race at Colonial Downs and any National Steeplechase Association sactioned race meets. There is a $25,000 cap on each individual award.
Stallion Awards:
Awards to owners of Virginia sires of Virginia Bred horses that finish 1st - 3rd in any open race in NA, any race at Colonial Downs and any National Steeplechase Association sactioned race meets.
Out of State Awards:
Developers bonuses are awarded when Virginia Bred, sired or certified horses win races in the mid-Atlantic (NY, NJ, PA, DE, MD, & VA), up to a 25% bonus on the winning purse for open races and 10% of the winning purse for state restriced races, including National Steeplechase sanctioned race meets in the Mid Atlantic. AWARDS ARE NOT EARNED FOR OUT OF STATE WINS DURING THE COLONIAL DOWNS RACE MEET.
Breed-Back Rule: No Breed back rule in Virginia. In foal mares must reside in Virginia by September 1st and remain through foaling the following year. If the mare is purchsed at a public auction after September 1, and resides in Virginia within 15 days after the sale concludes through foaling, the resulting foal can be registered as a Virginia Bred.
Distribution Purses:
2025 purses averaged about $700,000 per day for 44 days of racing at Colonial Downs. There are 50 race days scheduled for 2026 pending VRC approval.
Distribution Awards:
In 2024 Breeders awards were 36% of 1st - 3rd place purses won by Virginia Breds at tracks in North America. 2024 Stallion awards were 89% of 1st-3rd place purses won by Virginia breds at tracks in North America.
WASHINGTON
Information provided by the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-programs/washington
Source of funds: The main programs relevant to Washington are the Washington Homebred Incentive Program (WaHIP), the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association Sales Incentive Program (WTBOA SIP), Northwest Race Series (NWRS). Tax revenues generated by pari-mutuel wagering pools at racetracks within the state. Owners Awards: 1% of pari-mutuel wagering, plus 1.25% of source market fees from advance deposit wagers. Breeders Awards: 1% of exotic wagers from live racing, plus 1.25% of source market fees from advance deposit wagers and a $100,000 supplement from Emerald Downs Racing LLC
The WTBOA’s funding comes from several key sources, including a portion of pari-mutuel wagering revenues and source market fees that support breeders’ and owners’ awards, with an additional $100,000 annual supplement from Emerald Downs. Additional income is generated through membership dues, advertising and publication sales, the annual WTBOA Summer Sale, and special events or sponsorships. Together, these sources sustain the association’s programs and services that promote and support Washington’s Thoroughbred industry.
Eligibility:
Only nominated Washington-breds may earn the Northwest Race Series breeder/owner/stallion awards. The horse must be a Washington-bred Thoroughbred of any age, registered appropriately, and break its maiden at Emerald Downs racecourse. (a) The horse was foaled within the boundaries of the state of Washington; and (b) The horse is certified as Washington-bred for its breed or issued a certificate of foal registration by the respective organization.
All Thoroughbreds must be registered with The Jockey Club first ($265) WTBOA Membership: $155 annually (typically save $50-$100 on nomination fees) : Nomination Fees:
WEANLING Full Nomination – Due by Dec. 31, current year – $525/$600 (Member/Non-member), Provisional Nomination: $325/$400 (Member/Non-member)
WEANLING Full Nomination – Late Payment, Due by Jan. 31, following year – $675/$725 (Member/Non-Member), Provisional Nomination: $475/$525 (Member/Non-member)
Fees:
YEARLING Full Nomination – Due by Dec. 31, current year – $1,100/$1,200 (Member/Non-member), Continuing Eligibility: $325/$375 (Member/Non-member)
YEARLING Full Nomination – Late Payment, Due by Jan. 31, following year – $1,350/$1,400 (Member/Non-member), Continuing Eligibility: $525/$575 (Member/Non-member)
CURRENT TWO-YEAR-OLD Full Nomination – Extended Deadline, Due by May 1* of 2YO year – $3,500, Continuing Eligibility: $3,175 CURRENT TWO-YEAR-OLD Full Nomination – Late Extended Deadline, Due by June 7* of 2YO year – $5,000, Continuing Eligibility: $4,675
WaHIP bonuses are awarded for maiden-winning Washington-breds at Emerald Downs, with cash amounts of $1,500 or $1,000 depending on the incentive level and subject to specific conditions. WTBOA SIP bonuses offer $2,500 or $1,000 for 2-year-olds and 3-year-olds breaking their maiden at Emerald Downs, provided they are WTBOA sales graduates.
Races eligible for awards:
Owners Awards:
Awarded for 1st-4th at Emerald Downs. Factor varies, about 17%.
Breeders Awards:
Awarded for 1st-3rd at Emerald Downs. Allotted at 75% 1st, 15% 2nd, 10% 3rd. Factors vary, about 12%, 5% and 5%.
Sales Incentive Program: $2,500 or $1,000 bonus, depending on level, for 2YOs and 3YOs when they break their maiden at Emerald Downs. All awards will be given to those that are members prior to the start of the season their horse is racing.
Source of funds:
WEST VIRGINIA
Information provided by the West Virginia Thoroughbred Breeders Association
Information gathered from: wvtba.com/assets/files/2025-Futuritynomination1.pdf
The West Virginia Thoroughbred Incentive Program sources its funds primarily from the West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund (WVTDF). i Generated through distributions from racetracks and gambling operations in the state, including a tax on pari-mutuel betting handles and video lottery terminal (VLT) revenues. The fund is administered by a committee and overseen by the West Virginia Racing Commission, which uses a portion of these revenues to provide monetary incentives to breeders, owners, and sire owners of West Virginia-bred or sired thoroughbred horses racing at state tracks like Charles Town and Mountaineer Park. The WVTDF distributes millions annually based on the earnings of these horses, supporting the horse breeding and racing industry within West Virginia
To be eligible to participate in the West Virginia restricted races and to receive bonus money from the West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund, all horses must be registered with the West Virginia Thoroughbred Breeders Association
- The breeder must be either a West Virginia resident, keep breeding stock in West Virginia year-round, or have the foal sired by a registered West Virginia stallion or covered by one after foaling.
- The horse must be foaled in West Virginia or sired by an accredited West Virginia stallion to qualify as a West Virginia-bred or West Virginia-sired horse.
- Mares must be inspected by the WVDF Inspector for verification of foaling within 30 days prior to foaling, and certain breeding and residency rules apply for mares to maintain eligibility.
- Membership in WVTBA is required to access reduced registration fees and participation in breeder benefits.
Resident Mares owned by either a WV Resident or Non-Resident Owner/Breeder
1. Mare Owner or Farm Manager must submit a Resident Mare Form to the WVTBA office annually on or about January 1st. List all mares you want to qualify as resident mares. All new mares in foal will require an Affidavit for Verification of Mare Foaling in West Virginia in addition to being on this list. *** It is the responsibility of the owner and/or farm manager to call the WVDF Inspector upon all arrivals and departures. Failure to obtain an Affidavit for Verification of Mare Foaling in West Virginia will forfeit West Virginia Development Fund (“WVDF”) eligibility of the foal.
Eligibility:
2. Mares must be inspected by the West Virginia Development Fund Inspector (WVDF Inspector) at the beginning of each calendar year. If a mare leaves the farm where she resides for any reason, the WVDF Inspector must be notified, and the mare must be inspected upon her return. Mares will be inspected throughout the year at any time the WVDF Inspector deems necessary.
3. All new mares added to the Resident Mare Form during the year must be inspected upon arrival by the WVDF Inspector and if the mare is in foal, an Affidavit for Verification of Mare Foaling in West Virginia is required no more than 30 days prior to foaling. If mare fails to foal by 30 days after issue of the Affidavit, the owner/farm manager must notify the WVDF Inspector. At the discretion of the WVDF Inspector a re-inspection may be necessary.
4. Mares must live in West Virginia year-round to qualify as a Resident Mare. A 60-day grace period will be allowed for mares to be bred in another state.
5. The Breed Back Rule does not apply to mares who qualify as Resident Mares. Mares owned by a WV Resident Owner/Breeder but not qualified as “Resident Mares”
6. All mares must be inspected by the WVDF Inspector and receive an Affidavit for Verification of Mare Foaling in West Virginia no more than 30 days prior to foaling. If mare fails to foal by 30 days after issue of the Affidavit, the owner/farm manager must notify the WVDF Inspector. At the discretion of the WVDF Inspector a re-inspection may be necessary. Failure to obtain an Affidavit for Verification of Mare Foaling in West Virginia prior to foaling will forfeit WVDF eligibility.
7. The Breed Back Rule does not apply to mares who are owned by West Virginia Resident Owners/Breeders.
Horses who are sired by an accredited WV Stallion but do not foal out in WV are eligible for Accreditation as WV SIRED only. Sire owners and owners of the WV sired only horses are eligible for WVTDF bonus money. The breeders of these horses are not eligible for WV breeders’ bonuses
Fees:
Membership to the WVTBA is $150.00 per year whereby members receive reduced registration fees, complimentary subscription to Mid-Atlantic Thoroughbred Magazine, monthly E-newsletter, invitations to award dinners, general meetings and horse show, opportunity to vote for Board of Directors and serve on the Board of Directors (must be a member for three (3) consecutive years).
- Weanling/yearling: $100
- 2 yos & up: $200
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Races eligible for awards:
Owners Awards:
West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund or WVTDF pays breeders of West Virginia Bred Horses, owners of WV Bred or WV sired horses, and Sire owners of WV sired horses an amount annually based on earnings of the WV Bred or WV Sired horse who is registered with the WVTBA. Only money earned at either Charles Town or Mountaineer race tracks are considered. (Earnings on single purse are capped at $100,000.00.) The total money available for distribution is divided 60% to the breeders, 25% to the owners, and 15% to the sire owners.
Breeders Awards:
West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund or WVTDF pays breeders of West Virginia Bred Horses, owners of WV Bred or WV sired horses, and Sire owners of WV sired horses an amount annually based on earnings of the WV Bred or WV Sired horse who is registered with the WVTBA. Only money earned at either Charles Town or Mountaineer race tracks are considered. (Earnings on single purse are capped at $100,000.00.) The total money available for distribution is divided 60% to the breeders, 25% to the owners, and 15% to the sire owners.
Stallion Awards:
West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund or WVTDF pays breeders of West Virginia Bred Horses, owners of WV Bred or WV sired horses, and Sire owners of WV sired horses an amount annually based on earnings of the WV Bred or WV Sired horse who is registered with the WVTBA. Only money earned at either Charles Town or Mountaineer race tracks are considered. (Earnings on single purse are capped at $100,000.00.) The total money available for distribution is divided 60% to the breeders, 25% to the owners, and 15% to the sire owners.
Out of State Awards:
N/A
Breed Back Rule:
If a foal is sired by an out-of-state stallion, foaling mare MUST breed back to a WVTBA qualified West Virginia sire during that same breeding season for the foal to be a West Virginia Bred. If the mare is not bred back, a licensed veterinarian must provide a signed statement as the medical reason the mare was unable to be bred, or a certificate of death of foaling mare must be filed with The Jockey Club. This rule only applies to non-resident mares and/or mares owned by a non-resident owner/breeder.
Source of funds:
Eligibility:
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WYOMING
Information provided by the Wyoming Breeders Award Program
Information gathered from: ownerview.com/state-incentive-program/wyoming
The main programs relevant to Washington are the Washington Homebred Incentive Program (WaHIP), the Washington Thoroughbred Breeders and Owners Association Sales Incentive Program (WTBOA SIP), Northwest Race Series (NWRS). Tax revenues generated by pari-mutuel wagering pools at racetracks within the state. Owners Awards: 1% of pari-mutuel wagering, plus 1.25% of source market fees from advance deposit wagers. Breeders Awards: 1% of exotic wagers from live racing, plus 1.25% of source market fees from advance deposit wagers and a $100,000 supplement from Emerald Downs Racing LLC
The WTBOA’s funding comes from several key sources, including a portion of pari-mutuel wagering revenues and source market fees that support breeders’ and owners’ awards, with an additional $100,000 annual supplement from Emerald Downs. Additional income is generated through membership dues, advertising and publication sales, the annual WTBOA Summer Sale, and special events or sponsorships. Together, these sources sustain the association’s programs and services that promote and support Washington’s Thoroughbred industry.
Only nominated Washington-breds may earn the Northwest Race Series breeder/owner/stallion awards. The horse must be a Washington-bred Thoroughbred of any age, registered appropriately, and break its maiden at Emerald Downs racecourse. (a) The horse was foaled within the boundaries of the state of Washington; and (b) The horse is certified as Washington-bred for its breed or issued a certificate of foal registration by the respective organization.
All Thoroughbreds must be registered with The Jockey Club first ($265) WTBOA Membership: $155 annually (typically save $50-$100 on nomination fees) :
Nomination Fees:
WEANLING Full Nomination – Due by Dec. 31, current year – $525/$600 (Member/Non-member), Provisional Nomination: $325/$400 (Member/Non-member)
WEANLING Full Nomination – Late Payment, Due by Jan. 31, following year – $675/$725 (Member/Non-Member), Provisional Nomination: $475/$525 (Member/Non-member)
YEARLING Full Nomination – Due by Dec. 31, current year – $1,100/$1,200 (Member/Non-member), Continuing Eligibility: $325/$375 (Member/Non-member)
YEARLING Full Nomination – Late Payment, Due by Jan. 31, following year – $1,350/$1,400 (Member/Non-member), Continuing Eligibility: $525/$575 (Member/Non-member)
CURRENT TWO-YEAR-OLD Full Nomination – Extended Deadline, Due by May 1* of 2YO year – $3,500, Continuing Eligibility: $3,175 CURRENT TWO-YEAR-OLD Full Nomination – Late Extended Deadline, Due by June 7* of 2YO year – $5,000, Continuing Eligibility: $4,675
WaHIP bonuses are awarded for maiden-winning Washington-breds at Emerald Downs, with cash amounts of $1,500 or $1,000 depending on the incentive level and subject to specific conditions. WTBOA SIP bonuses offer $2,500 or $1,000 for 2-year-olds and 3-year-olds breaking their maiden at Emerald Downs, provided they are WTBOA sales graduates.
Owners Awards:
Awarded for 1st-4th at Emerald Downs. Factor varies, about 17%.
Breeders Awards:
Awarded for 1st-3rd at Emerald Downs. Allotted at 75% 1st, 15% 2nd, 10% 3rd. Factors vary, about 12%, 5% and 5%.
Sales Incentive Program: $2,500 or $1,000 bonus, depending on level, for 2YOs and 3YOs when they break their maiden at Emerald Downs. All awards will be given to those that are members prior to the start of the season their horse is racing.
Source of funds:
CANADA / ALBERTA
Information provided by Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (Alberta Division)
June 2025: The CTHS Alberta Launches $60,000 Incentive Program for Alberta-Bred Two-Year-Olds
The Breed Improvement Program (BIP), managed by Horse Racing Alberta (HRA), funds the Thoroughbred incentive program along with other programs. Specifically, in 2024 , the HRA funded $2,397,168 to the Breed Improvement Programs, and in 2025, HRA has announced an increase of over $400,000 into the Breed Improvement pools, bringing the total to $2,829,990.
* Must be Alberta-bred
- The foal must be born (foaled) in Alberta.
- The mare must have a live foal in Alberta during the relevant breeding year.
- Mares must be registered Thoroughbreds and meet program-specific conditions if participating in incentive programs (e.g., not having had a registered Albert-bred foal in the last three years for some programs).
- Breeders must be active and in good standing members of the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society Alberta Division (CTHS Alberta).
- The foal must be registered with the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society, breeder is required to be a CTHS Member for the current year.
- For incentive programs requiring breeding to an Alberta stallion, the stallion must have stood in Alberta for the full breeding season.
- Applications with required documentation (live foal report, Jockey Club registration, proof of breeding, veterinary certificates, etc.) must be submitted by deadlines (e.g., August 1 for certain programs).
- Priority is given based on application dates, and limits exist on the number of mares accepted per program.
- Alberta bred horses must also race in designated Alberta-sanctioned races to earn breeder or owner bonuses.
* Must be Alberta-bred
* Must have been offered at the recent CTHS Alberta Yearling Sale
* Must make at least one official start as a two-year-old in Alberta during the 2025 season
* Payout will be made to the owner of record at the time of the first start only
2025 Mare Incentive ProgramEligible Applicants:
- Open to individuals, corporations, or partnerships.
- Must be current CTHS members in good standing.
- Must be the registered breeders of the foal produced.
- The province to be bred but must return to Alberta to complete the Alberta residence, proof of this residency must be verified with a document signed by a registered Alberta farm.
Eligibility:
- Mares must not be eligible and approved under any other Horse Race Alberta/CTHS Alberta sponsorship programs.
Requirements:
- Proof of Alberta residency.
- The mare can leave the province to be bred but must return to Alberta to complete the Alberta Residency.
- The mare must not be older than 12 years at the time of purchase.
- Mares must be purchased at a recognized public auction or digital sale outside Alberta between January 1 and March 31.
- The purchase must be directly from the sales company, with no third-party ownership transfers, except via a formally appointed agent.
- If the mare loses her foal but was confirmed in foal at the time of purchase, eligibility remains if the mare is rebred as specified.
- Must foal in Alberta in 2025.
Must provide proof of service to a Thoroughbred stallion during the 2025 breeding season. An extra bonus is available if bred back to an Alberta stallion.
2025 Foal Incentive Program-
Mares:
- Must be a Registered Thoroughbred mares that has NOT had a registered Thoroughbred foal in Alberta in the last three years.
- Mares must have live foal in Alberta in 2025 with required (JC live foal report & registration) documentation in 2025 to be eligible.
- Must be bred back a Thoroughbred stallion standing in Alberta during the 2025 breeding season.
- Mares are eligible for only one CTHS program Breeder:
- Must be CTHS Full Members in good standing for 2025.
- Membership must be active before the program deadline to qualify.
Program Limits:
- Maximum of 20 mares accepted into the program.
- Members can submit multiple applications, but a maximum of two mares per member will receive payouts.
- Priority will be given to the first application submitted per entity
- Second applications will only be considered once all first applications have been processed.
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Eligibility (cont.):
2025-2026 Maiden and Open Mare ProgramMares:
- Must be Registered Thoroughbred mares that did not foal a Thoroughbred in 2024 and 2025.
- Each mare is eligible for only one CTHS program.
Breeder:
- Jockey Club Registration Papers for 2026 Foal.
- Membership must be active before the program deadline to qualify.
- Mare must not have been accepted into other 2025 programs.
Program Limits:
- A maximum of 30 mares will be accepted; the CTHS Board may increase this limit at their discretion.
- Members can submit multiple applications, but a maximum of two mares per member will receive payouts.
- Priority will be given to the first application submitted per entity. Second applications will only be considered once all first applications have been processed.
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) Canadian-Bred Foal Registration Process:
(1) Live Foal Report: The first step in the registration process is to submit a Live Foal Report to The Jockey Club (TJC) within 30 days of foaling. This will inform TJC that a foal has been born and a Registration/DNA Application Kit needs to be issued.
(2) Registration/DNA Application Kit: Registration/DNA Application Kits are sent from TJC approximately 5 months after the foal’s date of birth. Complete the Registration Application and submit all the requirements to TJC and the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) within one year of the foal’s date of birth to avoid late fees.
(3) Registering a Canadian-bred:
(a) CTHS Membership: The CTHS requires Breeders registering foal(s) to be members of the CTHS with a completed and signed Membership Form on file and applicable fees paid. You may register your foal(s) as a non-member, however, the fee is significantly higher.
(b)CTHS Canadian Registration Fee: The fee is $75.00 plus $9.75 HST totalling $84.75/horse within the one year deadline. After the one year deadlIne, the fee increases to $200.00 plus $26.00 HST for a total of $226.00/horse.
(c) CTHS Canadian-bred Declaration Form: The form is enclosed in the Registration/DNA Application Kit from TJC. The form needs to be completed, signed and returned to the CTHS National Office.
(4) Registration Certificates: Starting with the 2018 foals, Jockey Club Registration Certificates are digital. Starting with the 2024 foals, the CTHS Canadian Registration Certificate is a Digital Registration Certificate and is attached to the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate. The CTHS Logo (red maple leaf) appears on the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate when the Canadian registration is complete.
Registration Fees:
• To register a Thoroughbred foal, breeders must be members of CTHS. Non-members pay significantly higher fees for registration. Registration fee if a current Member: $84.75 per year if paid on time, otherwise $226.00 if late.
• Registration involves submitting a Canadian Declaration Form along with applicable fees. Breeders must complete DNA verification, microchipping, and photo submission as part of the registration process.
• Register foal with Jockey Club within 1 yr: $265 USD Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) fee within 1 yr: $84.75 CDN
Fees:
Program Fees:
• For programs like the CTHS Alberta Maiden and Open Mare Program, breeding-related fees include a $100 sale stake-in fee and a $200 “out” fee if the mare is unsold.
- There are no entry fees specifically for incentive programs; eligibility is based on breeder and owner status, horse registration, and purchase history at official public sales. Standard race entry fees and sales commissions apply at events such as the CTHS Yearling Sale or race entries at Alberta tracks. To qualify for Breeders’ Bonus Monies, horses must be entered at the minimum claiming price and in purse races that meet program requirements.
• There is no fixed public fee explicitly broken down by type publicly listed for Alberta, but standard Canadian Thoroughbred foal registration fees range typically around $700 (exact amounts vary and can be higher for non-members).
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2025 program summary:
Owners Bonus Sanctioned Races (close to $600,000): Owners of eligible horses of all ages foaled in Alberta placing win, place and show in all sanctioned races in Alberta having a minimum $9,000 purse and where entered at or above a minimum $6,250 Claiming Price. Bonuses will not be paid for eligible races that have four (4) or less starters, the CTHS Sales Stakes, Alberta Sires Stakes or races restricted to Alberta breds. Community Stakes Races are paid out under a different program.
Owners Bonus Allowance & Open Stakes ($30,000): Owners of horses of all ages foaled in Alberta placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in Allowance races with purses over $40,000 CDN or Open Stakes races with a purse over $50,000 CDN across North America will receive a 20% bonus to a maximum payout of $7,500 per star on the horse’s earnings. The race must have more than four (4) starters. The Bonus is limited to a maximum of $15,000 per horse in 2025.
Owner Bonus Community Stakes Races ($25,000): Owners of horses of all ages foaled in Alberta placing win, place and show in Community Stakes Races excluding Alberta Bred Restricted races.
BIP Funded Purses:
• Alberta Bred Restricted Races - $100,000
• Alberta Breeders’ Fall Classic - $375,000
• Community Racing Alberta Bred Stakes Races - $100,000
• Alberta Yearling Sales Stakes Races for 2-year olds and 3 & 4 - year olds - $160,000
• ACTRA Alberta Sales Stakes Races for 3,4, and 5 year olds - $10,000
Breeders Bonus Sanctioned Races (Close to $700,000): Breeders of horses of all ages foaled in Alberta placing win, place and show in all sanctioned races in Alberta having a minimum $9,000 purse and where entered at or above a minimum $6,250 Claiming Price. Bonuses will not be paid for eligible races that have four (4) or less starters unless it is an Open Stakes Race, the CTHS Sales Stakes, Alberta Sires Stakes or races restricted to Alberta-breds.
Breeders Bonus Allowance & Open Stakes ($30,000): Breeders of horses of all ages foaled in Alberta placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in Allowance races with purses over $40,000 CDN or Open Stakes races with a purse over $50,000 CDN across North America will receive a 20% bonus to a maximum payout of $7,500 per start on the horse’s earnings. The race must have more than four (4) starters. The Bonus is limited to a maximum of $15,000 per horse in 2025.
Foal, Mare & Yearling Purchase Programs (close to $200,000): Foal Incentive Program, Mare Purchase Program and Yearling Purchase Program. Outlined below:
• 2025 Mare Incentive Program- This program encourages Alberta residents to invest in Thoroughbred mares from outside the province, fostering a diverse and robust breeding environment. Eligible mares purchased at public auctions or digital sales between January 1 and March 31, 2025, and bred to Thoroughbred stallions during the 2025 breeding season can qualify for up to $5,000 CAD in reimbursement, with additional bonuses for breeding back to Alberta-based stallions.
• 2025 Foal in Alberta Program- Aimed at increasing the population of Thoroughbred foals born and bred in Alberta, this program supports breeders who choose to foal their mares within the province. With a cap of 20 mares, eligible breeders can receive $1,500 upon meeting all program requirements and providing necessary documentation.
• 2025-2026 Maiden and Open Mare Program- This initiative offers funding of up to $2,500 for mares bred to Alberta stallions, with a separate payout of $1,500 for those bred to out-of-province stallions. Eligible mares that have not foaled in 2024 or 2025 can apply, with a maximum of 30 mares being accepted into the program. Yearlings from this program will be eligible for the 2027 Alberta Thoroughbred Sale, with the entry fee covered by CTHS (Alberta).
Stallion Bonus Program ($100,000): Bonuses are distributed among all Alberta stallions with foals currently racing in Alberta whose offspring finish win, place, or show in all sanctioned races in Alberta with a minimum purse of $9,000, entered at or above a $6,250 claiming price (to be invoiced by the HBPA).
• Bonuses are paid after the conclusion of the Alberta racing season.
• Races with four (4) or fewer starters, the CTHS Sales Stakes, Alberta Sires Stakes, or races restricted to Alberta-breds are not eligible.
• Community Stakes Races are paid from Item 7.
• The $100,000 will be pro rated 2024 paid out 4%
Two-Year-Old Incentive Program ($60,000): An initiative designed to reward the early racing success of Alberta-bred horses presented at the 2024 CTHS Alberta Yearling Sale.
• The races eligible for the Alberta Thoroughbred Incentive Program are essentially all official sanctioned races in Alberta where Alberta-bred horses make their starts.
• Specifically: The program is designed to reward owners of Alberta-bred 2-year-old horses who were sold through the CTHS Alberta Yearling Sale and make at least one official start in Alberta during that racing season.
- Eligible races include maiden, allowance, claiming, and stakes races held at Alberta racetracks, provided the horses qualify by being Alberta-bred and meeting sale requirements.
- The incentive program offers payouts (e.g., $1,500 per starter) which are processed and issued monthly as horses meet the conditions of starting in qualifying Alberta races.
CANADA / BRITISH COLUMBIA
Information provided by the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (BC Division)
Source of funds:
A sum of monies is received by the BC Horse Racing Industry Management Committee through live and simulcast wagering and slot revenues, for the BC Horse Racing Industry. These monies are split between the Thoroughbred sector and the Standardbred sector The CTHS BC Division receives 10% of the Thoroughbred sector’s allocation of these funds and the monies are allocated by the CTHS BC directors for the Breeders Awards Program “BAP.”
BC-Bred Purse Supplement: Must be foaled in British Columbia and Registered Canadian Bred.
Broodmare Awards: Must be foaled in British Columbia and Registered Canadian Bred.
Stallion Awards: Stallion must stand in British Columbia at the time of conception and the resultant foaled in British Columbia and Registered Canadian Bred.
Allowance Awards: Must be foaled in British Columbia and Registered Canadian Bred.
* All award recipients (Broodmare, Stallion, Allowance, etc.) must be a member of the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society in the year that the awards are earned.
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) Canadian-Bred Foal Registration Process:
(1) Live Foal Report: The first step in the registration process is to submit a Live Foal Report to The Jockey Club (TJC) within 30 days of foaling. This will inform TJC that a foal has been born and a Registration/DNA Application Kit needs to be issued.
Eligibility:
(2) Registration/DNA Application Kit: Registration/DNA Application Kits are sent from TJC approximately 5 months after the foal’s date of birth. Complete the Registration Application and submit all the requirements to TJC and the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) within one year of the foal’s date of birth to avoid late fees.
(3) Registering a Canadian-bred:
(a) CTHS Membership: The CTHS requires Breeders registering foal(s) to be members of the CTHS with a completed and signed Membership Form on file and applicable fees paid. You may register your foal(s) as a non-member; however, the fee is significantly higher.
(b)CTHS Canadian Registration Fee: The fee is $75.00 plus $9.75 HST totalling $84.75/horse within the one-year deadline. After the oneyear deadline, the fee increases to $200.00 plus $26.00 HST for a total of $226.00/horse.
(c) CTHS Canadian-bred Declaration Form: The form is enclosed in the Registration/DNA Application Kit from TJC. The form needs to be completed, signed and returned to the CTHS National Office.
(4) Registration Certificates: Starting with the 2018 foals, Jockey Club Registration Certificates are digital. Starting with the 2024 foals, the CTHS Canadian Registration Certificate is a Digital Registration Certificate and is attached to the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate. The CTHS Logo (red maple leaf) appears on the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate when the Canadian registration is complete.
Registration Fees:
• To register a Thoroughbred foal, breeders must be members of CTHS. Non-members pay significantly higher fees for registration Registration fee if a current Member: $84.75 per year if paid on time, otherwise $226.00 if late.
• Registration involves submitting a Canadian Declaration Form along with applicable fees. Breeders must complete DNA verification, microchipping, and photo submission as part of the registration process.
Fees:
• Register foal with Jockey Club within 1 yr: $265 USD
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) fee within 1 yr: $84.75 CDN
Program Fees:
All award recipients (Broodmare, Stallion, Allowance, etc.) must be a member of the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society in the year that the awards are earned.
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2025 program summary:
BC-Bred Purse Supplement:
When a BC-Bred horse finishes 1st through 8th* in all overnight races the purse earned will be supplemented by 25% for the race meet. (* some exceptions do apply).
Broodmare Awards:
When a BC-Bred horse finishes 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in any race the owner of the broodmare at the time of foaling will receive an award.
Stallion Awards:
When a BC-Bred offspring of a British Columbia stallion finishes 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in any race other than a claiming or starter allowance/ handicap race, the owner of the stallion at the time of service will receive an award. In the case of Optional Claiming/Allowance races with a listed claiming price of $25,000 or more, the BC-Bred offspring must NOT be entered for the claiming price to be eligible for an award.
Allowance Awards:
Breeders of BC-Bred Allowance horses placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at Hastings in Optional Claiming races for $25,000 or more (allowance category only) will share a $2,500 Breeders Award. Paid to BC-Bred, BC-Sired.
Breeders of BC-Bred Allowance horses placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd at Hastings in Optional Claiming races for $25,000 or more (allowance category only) will share a $1,000 Breeders Award. Paid to BC-Bred, but not BC-Sired.
CANADA / MANITOBA
Information provided by the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (Manitoba Division)
Source of funds: Manitoba Jockey Club Contribution, HPI Bet, and LGCA
1) Shipping Incentive Program:
• Must be purchased through a bonafide sale and or private sale as long as there is a BILL OF SALE issued.
• Leased stallions are also eligible if there is a completed STALLION LEASE AGREEMENT.
• The mare must be purchased for breeding purposes only- we will require the applicants. signature on a CTHS MB document stating this.
• Includes open mares for breeding purposes.
• Mares bred must have confirmation from the stallion owner.
• Applicant must be a member of the CTHS MB division.
• Shipping fees must be supported by a bill of sale and transfer of ownership.
• Provide a copy of the shipping fee invoice.
• Payment will be in Canadian Funds.
• Purchaser is responsible for paying the shipper and then presenting the paid invoice to the CTHS MB office for the refund.
2) Manitoba Jockey Club & Manitoba CTHS 2025 MB/SK Registered Foal Program:
• MB/SK breeders with in-foal mares that have not foaled in MB/SK in 2022, 2023 and 2024 will be eligible for up to $4,000. The breeder of the resulting foal will be paid $3,000 upon registration of the MB/SK foal with The Jockey Club and CTHS National office. Should that same mare produce an MB/SK bred foal by a stallion registered in the MB/SK program in 2025, the breeder will be eligible for a further $1,000 when the resulting foal is also registered. An extension to the bred back program can be requested by applying to the MB CTHS office by July 1st.
Eligibility:
• All foals from this program will have their registration certificates assigned to the MB CTHS until the yearlings are either sold through a MB/SK sale or raced at ASD. Horses not entered or sold in a MB/SK sale will have their registration certificates held by the ASD race office until the end of the horses two year-old’s race meet at ASD. Two-year-olds may ship to other tracks prior to completion of the ASD meet for a stakes race with approval from the race office and ASD. Registration papers must be returned to ASD after the stakes race if the ASD meet is ongoing. Repayment of program funds will release the registration certificates at any time.
• Mares must be registered, and application approved by the MB CTHS office prior to foaling. The deadline for approval to this program for 2025 is June 1st, 2025. Each mare is only eligible once for this program. A maximum of 30 mares will be accepted into the program. Members may submit more than 1 mare application to the program, but each individual CTHS member will have priority over any member’s second mare application. Application priority will be based on the date received by the MB CTHS office. If the program is oversubscribed the CTHS and MJC will allow the extra applications to be first in line, the following year waiving the no foal in MB/SK in 2022-2023 stipulation if they qualify at time of application.
• All applicants must be CTHS full members in good standing to be approved into the program. This program cannot be combined with the CTHS Shipping Incentive Program. The CTHS reserves the right to deny any application it deems not in the best interest of CTHS.
3) Breeders Awards: Horses must be foaled in Manitoba, have Canadian Papers and meet class level criteria.
4) Stallion Awards: Stallion owners must have entered into the Sire program.
5) Purse Supplements in Open Races: Purse supplements are paid out on class levels to Manitoba Breds for their racing lifetime. Horses must be foaled in Manitoba, have Canadian Papers and meet class level criteria, purse supplements are not paid on Stake Races, Manitoba restricted races.
6) Restricted MB/SASK/ND Races: For these races horses must be foaled in either Manitoba or Saskatchewan and have Canadian Papers.
7) Sire Stakes Program: Offspring of nominated stallions to the program are eligible to race in these races.
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Eligibility
(cont.):
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) Canadian-Bred Foal Registration Process:
(1) Live Foal Report: The first step in the registration process is to submit a Live Foal Report to The Jockey Club (TJC) within 30 days of foaling. This will inform TJC that a foal has been born and a Registration/DNA Application Kit needs to be issued.
(2) Registration/DNA Application Kit: Registration/DNA Application Kits are sent from TJC approximately 5 months after the foal’s date of birth. Complete the Registration Application and submit all the requirements to TJC and the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) within one year of the foal’s date of birth to avoid late fees.
(3) Registering a Canadian-bred:
(a) CTHS Membership: The CTHS requires Breeders registering foal(s) to be members of the CTHS with a completed and signed Membership Form on file and applicable fees paid. You may register your foal(s) as a non-member; however, the fee is significantly higher.
(b)CTHS Canadian Registration Fee: The fee is $75.00 plus $9.75 HST totalling $84.75/horse within the one-year deadline. After the oneyear deadline, the fee increases to $200.00 plus $26.00 HST for a total of $226.00/horse.
(c) CTHS Canadian-bred Declaration Form: The form is enclosed in the Registration/DNA Application Kit from TJC. The form needs to be completed, signed and returned to the CTHS National Office.
(4) Registration Certificates: Starting with the 2018 foals, Jockey Club Registration Certificates are digital. Starting with the 2024 foals, the CTHS Canadian Registration Certificate is a Digital Registration Certificate and is attached to the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate. The CTHS Logo (red maple leaf) appears on the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate when the Canadian registration is complete.
Registration Fees:
• To register a Thoroughbred foal, breeders must be members of CTHS. Non-members pay significantly higher fees for registration Registration fee if a current Member: $84.75 per year if paid on time, otherwise $226.00 if late.
• Registration involves submitting a Canadian Declaration Form along with applicable fees.
Breeders must complete DNA verification, microchipping, and photo submission as part of the registration process.
• Register foal with Jockey Club within 1 yr: $265 USD
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) fee within 1 yr: $84.75 CDN
Program Fees:
2025 Sire Stake Program:
January 31, 2025 - $300 Stallions must be nominated to the Manitoba Sire Program - for foals of 2026 conceived as a result of matings in 2025. Or a Late Registration Fee if nominating from February 1, 2025 - December 1, 2025- $500
Fees:
Late Nominations for Manitoba-breds Stakes Races:
All the CTHS nominated stake races can be supplemented if nominations have not been made or have been missed.
Non nominated Manitoba-bred 2 year old horses may be made eligible to the Buffalo Stakes by paying 1% of the purse plus all missed nominations fees to the CTHS office by the third Tuesday in May or 10% of the purse at time of entry to the race office, in addition to enter and start fees.
Non nominated Manitoba-bred 3 year old horses may be made eligible to the J.W. Sifton (colts/geldings) and the R.C. Anderson (fillies) by paying 1% of the purse plus all missed nomination fees to the CTHS office by the third Tuesday in May or 10% of the purse at time of entry to the race office, in addition to enter and start fees.
Non nominated 3 year old horses may be made eligible to the Frank Arnason Sire Stake and the Hazel Wright Sire Stake by paying 1% of the purse plus all missed nomination fees to the CTHS office by the third Tuesday of May or 10% of the purse at time of entry to the race office, in addition to enter and start fees. Horses must be sired by registered Manitoba stallions.
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2025 program summary:
Shipping Incentive Program:
RENEWED for 2025 - The objective of the program is to increase the Foal and Breeding Stallion population.
The CTHS MB Division will pay up to a maximum of $2000.00 to ship in a mare in foal, an open mare for breeding purposes only, or a breeding stallion to be registered in the sire stakes and stallion awards program that year.
Manitoba Jockey Club & Manitoba CTHS 2025 MB/SK Registered Foal Program: You could be eligible to receive up to $4,000.00 in cash back by having an eligible mare to foal in 2025!
MB/SK breeders with in-foal mares that have not foaled in MB/SK in 2022, 2023 and 2024 will be eligible for up to $4,000. The breeder of the resulting foal will be paid $3,000 upon registration of the MB/SK foal with The Jockey Club and CTHS National office. Should that same mare produce an MB/SK bred foal by a stallion registered in the MB/SK program in 2025, the breeder will be eligible for a further $1,000 when the resulting foal is also registered. An extension to the bred back program can be requested by applying to the MB CTHS office by July 1st.
Breeders Awards: Manitoba offers breeders awards to the offspring that has been foaled in Manitoba. When that horse is 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in a race, points are awarded. The point system is based on the class of the race (classes are separated into 1, 2,3,4,5) At the end of the Race meet the points are tabulated and at which time the Board of Directors votes on a monetary value per point. Horses must be foaled in Manitoba, have Canadian Papers and meet class level criteria.
Stallion Awards: Manitoba offers stallions awards to those stallion owners that have entered into the Sire program. When that Stallions offspring is 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in a race, points are awarded. The point system is based on the class of the race (classes are separated into 1, 2,3,4,5) At the end of the Race meet the points are tabulated and at which time the Board of Directors votes on a monetary value per point.
Purse Supplements in Open Races: Purse supplements are paid out on class levels to Manitoba Breds for their racing lifetime. Horses must be foaled in Manitoba, have Canadian Papers and meet class level criteria, purse supplements are not paid on Stake Races, Manitoba restricted races.
Restricted MB/SASK/ND Races: The Racing committee of the Board of CTHS Manitoba developes a race program designed to meet the needs of the current stock. All levels of racing are offered on rotation throughout the race meet.
Sire Stakes Program: The Sire stakes are offered for 3 years olds. One for Fillies and one for colts/geldings. Offspring of nominated stallions to the program are eligible to race in these races. The estimated purse is $40,000 each.
Source of funds:
CANADA / ONTARIO
Information provided by the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (Ontario Division)
Ontario’s Horse Improvement Programs are funded through (in order of magnitude): i) a Pari-Mutuel Tax Rebate from the Ontario government on wagers placed in Ontario; ii) the Horse Improvement Payment from the Longterm Funding Agreement with the Ontario government (April 1, 2019 to March 31, 2038); iii) participant fees. (Reference for Longterm Funding Agreement details: https://news. ontario.ca/en/backgrounder/51617/ontarios-government-supporting-a-strong-and-sustainable-horse-racing-industry)
The Registered Ontario Bred Program provides benefits to owners through the Registered Ontario Bred Restricted Racing Program and the Registered Ontario Bred Purse Bonus Program, and to the BREEDER(S) of REGISTERED ONTARIO BREDS through Breeders Awards.
A REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED is a horse, foaled in the Province of Ontario, out of an ONTARIO RESIDENT MARE, registered with The Jockey Club.
For a horse to be declared a REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED: The horse’s dam must have been declared as an ONTARIO RESIDENT MARE for the birth year of the foal and meet all eligibility requirements with Ontario Racing. The foal must be registered with The Jockey Club
How to Qualify an Ontario Resident Mare:
Ontario Resident Mare Eligibility:
A mare can qualify as an ONTARIO RESIDENT MARE by meeting at least one of the five following criteria:
1. The mare was in Ontario on December 1 prior to foaling date and remained in Ontario until foaling.
2. The mare was resident in Ontario for 60 consecutive days surrounding foaling in Ontario.
3. The mare foaled in Ontario and was bred back to an ONTARIO SIRE.
4. The mare was purchased, or RNA (Reserve Not Attained) at a recognized public auction and arrived within the boundaries of Ontario no later than thirty (30) days after the date of purchase (or RNA) at sale.
5. The mare was purchased in a bona-fide private sale, arrived in Ontario within 30 days of the date of transaction and remained in Ontario until foaling.
Eligibility:
Breeders are required to hold a current Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) license. Only the BREEDER or BREEDER’S AUTHORIZED AGENT can qualify the mare by signing and submitting the Ontario Resident Mare Declaration form, along with the foal being registered with The Jockey Club. If an AUTHORIZED AGENT is signing the forms on behalf of the BREEDER, the BREEDER and AUTHORIZED AGENT must both hold a current AGCO licence. To designate an AUTHORIZED AGENT, the BREEDER must submit a completed Appointment of Authorized Agent form to the Program Administrator.
The Thoroughbred Improvement Program pays Breeders Awards to the BREEDER OF RECORD of:
REGISTERED ONTARIO BREDS and ONTARIO SIRED horses racing in Ontario.
REGISTERED ONTARIO BREDS and ONTARIO SIRED horses racing in Graded and Open Stakes races within Ontario. REGISTERED ONTARIO BREDS and ONTARIO SIRED horses racing outside of Ontario in Graded Stakes races, worldwide. ONTARIO SIRED horses racing in all race types world-wide with top earnings.
To receive the ONTARIO SIRED portion of the Breeders Awards, the eligible horse must have been sired by an eligible ONTARIO SIRE in the year of conception, and the horse must also be a REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED.
Stallion Eligibility:
An ONTARIO SIRE is a stallion that has been nominated to, and accepted by, the Program for the breeding year. To be eligible for registration:
1. The stallion must stand his entire NORTHERN HEMISPHERE STUD SEASON in the Province of Ontario.
2. If the stallion is leased, either a Stallion Lease Declaration form or a copy of the actual lease, indicating relevant information and signatures, must be submitted to Ontario Racing.
3. Stallion owners, lessees, and/or AUTHORIZED AGENTS signing the Thoroughbred Stallion Registration form must hold a current AGCO licence.
4. A stallion is ineligible for registration as an ONTARIO SIRE if it breeds or has bred any mares during the relevant breeding year prior to the approval of the application.
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Eligibility (cont.):
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) Canadian-Bred Foal Registration Process:
(1) Live Foal Report: The first step in the registration process is to submit a Live Foal Report to The Jockey Club (TJC) within 30 days of foaling. This will inform TJC that a foal has been born and a Registration/DNA Application Kit needs to be issued.
(2) Registration/DNA Application Kit: Registration/DNA Application Kits are sent from TJC approximately 5 months after the foal’s date of birth. Complete the Registration Application and submit all the requirements to TJC and the Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) within one year of the foal’s date of birth to avoid late fees.
(3) Registering a Canadian-bred:
(a) CTHS Membership: The CTHS requires Breeders registering foal(s) to be members of the CTHS with a completed and signed Membership Form on file and applicable fees paid. You may register your foal(s) as a non-member; however, the fee is significantly higher.
(b)CTHS Canadian Registration Fee: The fee is $75.00 plus $9.75 HST totalling $84.75/horse within the one-year deadline. After the one-year deadline, the fee increases to $200.00 plus $26.00 HST for a total of $226.00/horse.
(c) CTHS Canadian-bred Declaration Form: The form is enclosed in the Registration/DNA Application Kit from TJC. The form needs to be completed, signed and returned to the CTHS National Office.
(4) Registration Certificates: Starting with the 2018 foals, Jockey Club Registration Certificates are digital. Starting with the 2024 foals, the CTHS Canadian Registration Certificate is a Digital Registration Certificate and is attached to the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate. The CTHS Logo (red maple leaf) appears on the Jockey Club Digital Registration Certificate when the Canadian registration is complete.
Registration Fees:
• To register a Thoroughbred foal, breeders must be members of CTHS. Non-members pay significantly higher fees for registration. Registration fee if a current Member: $84.75 per year if paid on time, otherwise $226.00 if late.
• Registration involves submitting a Canadian Declaration Form along with applicable fees. Breeders must complete DNA verification, microchipping, and photo submission as part of the registration process.
• Register foal with Jockey Club within 1 yr: $265 USD
Canadian Thoroughbred Horse Society (CTHS) fee within 1 yr: $84.75 CDN
Program Fees:
Fees for Ontario Resident Mare Program
Fees:
The Ontario Resident Mare Declaration form must be submitted within one year of date of foaling.
Enroll within one year of date of foaling: NO FEE
After one-year deadline: $50 LATE FEE
Fees for Stallion Registration
The applicable fees for registering a stallion as an ONTARIO SIRE are:
• $200 for a New Registration (if not registered as an ONTARIO SIRE in the previous year) OR,
• $100 for a Renewal Registration (for stallions registered as an ONTARIO SIRE in the previous year).
• Late Registration: To register a stallion after January 15th, the required Registration fee is $500 (for either “New” or “Renewal” registrations).
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2025 program
summary:
Purse Bonuses:
• The Ontario Bred Purse Bonus is paid to the owner of REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED horses earning purse money in open races in Ontario. A REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED is eligible for the Bonus in any open race in Ontario until it has been claimed. Once a horse has been claimed, it is excluded from the Ontario Bred Purse Bonus program for the rest of its racing career. Worth an additional 20%-22% of the purse won in an open race in Ontario. Paid to the owner at the time the purse is paid.
• The Ontario Sired Purse Bonus is paid to the owner of REGISTERED ONTARIO SIRED horses earning purse money in open races in Ontario. A REGISTERED ONTARIO SIRED horse is eligible for the Bonus in any open race in Ontario until it has been claimed. Once a horse has been claimed, it is excluded from the Ontario Sired Purse Bonus program for the rest of its racing career. ONTARIO SIRED horses running protected in NW2 OS/OPT. $40,000 or NW3 OS/OPT. $40,000 will be ineligible for Ontario Sired bonus. Worth an additional 22%-33% of the purse. Paid to the owner at the time the purse is paid.
• In addition to the Purse Bonuses, a $1,000 (winner only) Owners Bonus is available to the winners of all Fort Erie allowance races, provided the winner is a REGISTERED ONTARIO BRED at the time of the race. In optional claiming races, only those horses running without a claiming price are eligible. Issued to the owner on or around the 15th day of the following month.
Breeders Awards:
Preset amounts, tiered by level of race, paid 1st - 3rd from Stakes Level to $40,000 Claiming Level and winners only from the $25,000 Claiming Level and below at Ontario Racetracks
Out of Province Awards:
Breeder Awards for winners (1st through 3rd) of Group/Graded or Listed Stakes contested outside of the province of Ontario and recognised in Part 1 of the annual International Cataloguing Standards and Racing Statistics publication. Awards will be distributed to each eligible recipient by dividing the budgeted amount by the number of points earned.
Ontario Sired Reward of Excellence Awards:
Breeders Awards for the ONTARIO SIRED progeny with the highest earnings worldwide. Awarded at year-end to the top 2-year-old filly, 2-year-old colt/gelding, 3-year-old filly and 3-year-old colt/gelding.
Stallion Awards:
Funds distributed at year end, based on points earned from Stakes to Allowance Level on races run in Ontario and Graded/Group Stakes races in the rest of Canada and worldwide by eligible Stallion progeny. Additionally top Stallion Awards and First Crop Sire Award based on North American earnings by eligible Stallion progeny.
Restricted Stakes:
Restricted Stakes for ONTARIO SIRED = 10; ONTARIO BRED = 5; CANADIAN BRED = 12; CTHS Sales Graduate Stakes and Maiden Races = 8
Heritage Series for Ontario Sired 3-year-olds = 4 races (varied distance and surface) for each of 3YO fillies and 3YO colt/geldings. Owners of the top three point earners from each class across the four races receive a bonus at the conclusion of the series.
Mare Purchase Program – Available in 2026
For in-foal mares purchased either online or in person at a recognized public auction outside of the Province of Ontario, with progeny of 2026 to foal in Ontario. RNA’s will not be eligible, must be a bona fide sale. Minimum purchase price of $10,000 USD on any in-foal mare is required with NO maximum purchase price.
•To be eligible to receive funds through this program the individual or partnership must be a resident(s) of Ontario and possess a valid AGCO license.
•Program funds payable when the complete application has been approved. A complete application includes:
1) An invoice from a recognized public sales company, along with proof of payment.
2) A copy of the mare’s Registration Papers.
3) A commitment that the mare will be enrolled in and complete the requirements of the Mare Residency Program.
•Eligible applicants will receive 50% of the purchase price up to a maximum of $25,000 CAD per mare purchased. Maximum distribution of $75,000 CAD for any one individual, partnership, corporation or other ownership group.
•Bonus of $2,500 CAD for every mare bred back to a Registered Ontario Sire in the 2026 breeding season upon declaration of live foal with The Jockey Club.
Mare Recruitment Program – Not available in 2026
Owners who brought an in-foal mare to foal out in Ontario were eligible to participate in the Mare Recruitment Program. In order to participate in the Mare Recruitment Program:
1. Mare must not have foaled in Ontario in the previous 2 years, (OR), Mares who have foaled in Ontario in the previous 2 years will be eligible if purchased at recognized public auctions outside of Ontario. RNA’s not be eligible, must be a bona fide sale.
2. Mares must meet the mare residency program criteria.
4. Eligible applicants will receive $5,000 CDN for each mare brought to Ontario to foal.
5. Bonus of $2,500 for every mare that is bred back to a Registered Ontario Sire in the 2020 breeding season upon proof of birth of a live foal.
6. Program funds will be payable upon receipt of a proof of payment of all applicable board bills.
Live Foal Program – Not available in 2026
Upon completion of all registration requirements, breeders producing Ontario Bred foals were eligible for a one-time payment.
AUSTRALIA / NEW SOUTH WALES
Information provided by Racing NSW
The primary Thoroughbred incentive program specifically for New South Wales (NSW) is known as the Breeder Owner Bonus Scheme (BOBS), operated by Racing NSW.
Source of funds: Primarily from fees collected through the nomination of stallions and horses into the scheme.
For a horse to be eligible for the scheme, the following applies:
a. Its sire must be nominated for the scheme, and;
b. The horse must have been conceived in NSW, provided that;
c. The progeny of a stallion nominated under clause 5(a) is eligible for the scheme.
BOBS
To be eligible for BOBS a racehorse must be sired by a NSW-based stallion for which the Stallion Nomination Fee has been paid. Owners are required to nominate their horse for BOBS before the 1st of September of its 2YO year. Late nominations may be made after September 1, for a late fee. A horse cannot be nominated for BOBS once it has turned 3YO.
Eligibility:
BOBS EXTRA
Owners can also opt to nominate for BOBS Extra which extends BOBS bonus payments to 4YO racehorses over a staying distance of 1800m and beyond. Late nominations are not accepted for BOBS Extra.
BOBS DOUBLE-UP: The owner of a BOBS nominated horse who wins may take the cash bonus or elect to receive a Double-Up Voucher worth twice the value of the bonus.
BOBS DOUBLE-UP (STALLION): The stud must be registered for the Double Up programme and the stallion must be BOBS nominated
MARE BONUS: To be eligible for this bonus, the stallion served by your mare must have been a BOBS eligible stallion, and the 2YO must have been nominated for the BOBS Scheme
Nomination Fee 2025
BOBS SILVER (2YO & 3YO): $990 Inc. GST
BOBS EXTRA (4YO & Upwards): $840 Inc. GST
BOBS LATE: $5,000 Inc. GST
Fees:
Base Registry:
Fillies – under 4 years (Due 1st August) $360 (includes DNA & Herda)
Mares – 4 years & over $410 (includes DNA & Herda)
Geldings – any age $275 (includes DNA)
Stallions & Colts – any age $3,240 (includes DNA, 6GDT & Sire Registration)
BOBS
BOBS bonuses are paid out on racetracks all around NSW, adding a payment of up to $20,000 for each win as a two-year-old and three-year-old. Last season, over $11.5 million was paid out in cash bonuses and Double-Up vouchers, bringing the total since the scheme’s inception to over $185 million.
Races eligible for awards:
- A winning owner can choose to take the winning cash bonus, or elect to take a Double-Up Voucher and earn twice the value by reinvesting the money in a BOBS eligible yearling or unraced BOBS eligible 2YO sold at public auction Sales.
BOBS DOUBLE-UP
BOBS Double-Up Vouchers can be used to pay for an entire horse or a share in a syndicated BOBS horse purchased through an Australasian sale ring.
The BOBS Double-Up Voucher can be used towards the purchase price as long as the horse is a BOBS-eligible YEARLING or at a Ready To Run Sale if the horse is BOBS-eligible, unraced and was not purchased originally through the use of a Double-Up voucher. Double-Up vouchers can also be used to pay for service fees to participating NSW based stallions.
AUSTRALIA / QUEENSLAND
No national T.I.P for Australia- but each state has their own. The main and most prominent program is the Queensland Thoroughbred Incentive Scheme (QTIS). Australian states operate their own breeder incentive schemes BOBS & BOBS Extra in New South Wales, VOBIS programs in Victoria, Racing Rewards SA (formerly SABOIS) in South Australia, Westspeed & Westspeed Platinum in Western Australia, TASBRED in Tasmania.
Source of funds: Funds come from Racing Queensland, which allocates more than $13 million annually in bonuses.
To become a QTIS Horse, a horse must be registered with QTIS as either an Eligibility A Horse or an Eligibility B Horse in accordance with the following process:
Eligibility A – Queensland Sired
A horse may be registered as Eligibility A if:
* it is the progeny of a stallion that was standing in Queensland at the time of conception; and
* it is registered with Racing Australia.
Eligibility:
Eligibility B – Breedback
A horse may be registered as Eligibility B if, despite not being the progeny of a stallion that was standing in Queensland at the time of conception:
* is the progeny of a non-Queensland based stallion, provided the dam was covered by a Queensland domiciled stallion in the year the foal being registered was born*;
* it is nominated for registration with QTIS using the Prescribed Nomination Form;
* all payments are made in respect of the horse in accordance with the timeframe/s set out in the Prescribed Nomination Form
* it is registered with Racing Australia.
Fees: No nomination fees as of 2022, other states have nomination fees still.
Breeder’s QTIS Bonus:
* Rich bonuses across all 2YO & 3YO races held in Queensland (excluding Black Type, Feature and Magic Millions races).
* 50% increase to theQTIS bonus for 2YO, 3YO fillies and 4YO mares which win or place in a QTIS bonus race.
* A QTIS filly winning a Saturday Metropolitan QTIS bonus race takes home almost $86K for her connections.
* A win in a Midweek Metropolitan Maiden QTIS bonus race will see registered colts & geldings net over $31K and fillies approximately $37K.
* The winning purse of a QTIS bonus race at a non-TAB meeting for a registered colt, gelding or entire is $10.3K, over $12K for fillies and mares and is applicable to horses of all ages.
Races eligible for awards:
Breeder’s QTISx Bonus: QTISx bonuses and breeders bonuses will be applicable to Black Type and selected Feature Races in Queensland.
* GROUP 1 RACE WINNERS: $50K bonus or $100K sales voucher (redeemable on QTIS eligible horses at prescribed Queensland sales)
* OTHER BLACK TYPE RACE WINNERS: (i.e. Group 2, Group 3, Listed and Restricted Listed): $10K bonus or $20K sales voucher (redeemable on QTIS eligible horses at prescribed Queensland sales)
* SELECTED FEATURE RACE WINNERS: $10K, $15K and $20K cash bonuses (redeemable on QTIS eligible horses at prescribed Queensland sales)
* BREEDERS BONUS: 6% of the winner’s QTIS bonus for all QTIS races in Queensland for progeny of Queensland based stallions. This is applicable to two-year-old, three-year-old and selected four-year-old racing
* QTISx BREEDERS BONUS - Breeders will receive $10,000 for Group 1 races and $5000 for the remaining black-type races and features prescribed above.
Source of funds:
AUSTRALIA / VICTORIA
Information provided by Racing Victoria
Racing Victoria operates the VOBIS Gold and Platinum scheme (VOBIS Gold and Platinum Scheme) to reward Owners who invest in Victorian bred horses.
Government backed funding: The Victorian Racing Industry Fund (VRIF) with support from The Major Racing Events Fund (MREF). The VRIF is funded through the return of unclaimed wagering dividends and on-course wagering taxes collected from totalisator and bookmaker bets placed within Victoria.
Must be registered with the Australian Stud Book including DNA testing and mare breeding fees.
Eligibility for VOBIS Silver is based on one of the following:
Victorian Sired (A)
When a yearling is sired by a Stallion which stood in Victoria during the breeding season.
Victorian Breedback (B)
Eligibility:
When a yearling is not eligible for Victorian Sired (A) and its dam was served the following season by a Stallion who stood in Victoria.
Victorian Breeder (C)
When a yearling is not eligible for Category A or B and is at least 50% owned by a Victorian-based breeder(s) at the time of the foal’s birth. In addition, the foal and dam must each have resided in Victoria for at least six (6) continuous months after the foal was born until the time of nomination closing.
Note – nominators will be required to supply sufficient documentation that verifies the nomination meets the Category C criteria at time of nomination.
Foal Registration: $110
SILVER STATUS
Victorian Sired:
Nomination Fee - $660.00 Inc. GST
Late Nomination Fee - $1,320 Inc. GST
Victorian Breedback:
Nomination Fee - $1,320 Inc. GST
Late Nomination Fee - $2,640 Inc. GST
Victorian Breeder:
Nomination Fee - $1,980 Inc. GST
Late Nomination Fee - $3,960 Inc. GST
Fees:
UPGRADE TO GOLD:
Upgrade Fee - $1,100 inc. GST
UPGRADE TO PLATINUM: A horse that has been nominated and accepted to VOBIS Silver and is the progeny of a stallion nominated to VOBIS Sires is eligible to be nominated (or “upgraded”) to VOBIS Platinum. No additional fees.
The following Fee is payable for each Stallion nominated to participate in VOBIS Sires:
- For a Stallion covering 50 or more mares in the 2025 Breeding Season and standing at an Advertised Service Fee less than $75,000, the fee will be the Advertised Service Fee;*
- For a Stallion covering 50 or more mares in the 2025 Breeding Season, and standing at an Advertised Service Fee of $75,000 or above, the fee will be calculated as follows:
$75,000 + 10% of the Advertised Service Fee above $75,000;
- For a Stallion covering fewer than 50 mares in the season, the fee will be calculated as follows: ‘number of mares covered’ x 0.02 x ‘Advertised Service Fee.
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Races eligible for awards:
Divided into VOBIS Silver, Gold, and Platinum tiers with varying bonus pools. over $30M in prizemoney.
The VOBIS Silver bonus structure across all two and three-year-old TAB races and 2000m+ TAB maiden races in Victoria is as follows: ($13 million in VOBIS Silver Bonuses)
• Metropolitan Saturday races: $30,000
• Metropolitan Weekday races: $15,000
• Country races: $12,000
• Group and Listed races: $10,000 nominator bonus only
VOBIS Gold Bonuses are on offer on 250+ VOBIS Gold Races each season, with a $20,000 VOBIS Gold Bonus shared across the Owner, Trainer and Jockey of the first three placed horses. ($21 million in VOBIS Silver Bonuses)
VOBIS Gold Bonuses will be paid with race Stakesmoney, and in the following manner: 85% Owner(s), 10% Relevant Trainer, 5% Relevant Jockey.
1st place- 70%
2nd place- 20%
3rd place- 10%
VOBIS Platinum offers an additional $7.5 million in $30,000 in VOBIS Platinum Vouchers on offer across 250+ VOBIS Gold Races to the Owners of the winning horse. VOBIS Platinum horses are eligible for all the benefits of VOBIS Silver and VOBIS Gold, and are also eligible for Two races exclusive to VOBIS Platinum horses:
- The $1 million VOBIS Platinum Showdown 2YO
- The $500,000 VOBIS Platinum Guineas 3YO
VOBIS Sire Bonus:
Racing Victoria will pay the following Stallion Nominators Bonuses:
- A $50,000 stallion nominator’s bonus, split between placegetters of the VOBIS Platinum Showdown
- A $25,000 stallion nominators bonus, split between placegetters of the VOBIS Platinum Guineas.
FRANCE
Source of funds:
Mainly from the pari-mutuel betting system (PMU) revenues, which form the backbone of funding for the horse racing industry in France. This system allocates a portion of the betting turnover to finance prize money and the additional premiums given to owners and breeders.
The key requirement to earn French premiums and owners’ premiums is that the horse must be French-bred or assimilated Frenchbred. The foal does not necessarily have to be born in France but can also be recognized as assimilated French-bred if it meets specific regulations. Must register your mare in the French Stud-Book and check that her export certificate is lodged in France Galop office.
Foal born in France Mare to be covered in France:
* Birth in France
* Birth declared with the French National Stud
* Identification of the foal in France
* Foal can travel abroad on a temporary visa for a maximum of 1 month
* Foal must be bred in France until the 1st June N+1
* The mare must not leave France more than 180 days during the birth year of the foal
Foal born in France Mare to be covered abroad:
* Birth in France
OBLIGATIONS BEFORE LEAVING FRANCE:
1) Birth declared with the French Stud-Book
2) Identification of the foal in France
3)Temporary export certificate organised with France Galop (at least 1 month after the exportation)
* Exit Period: Max 180 days
Eligibility:
* Dam & foal must be back before the 15th July N
* Foal must stay in France from his return until the 1st June N+1, exit period for the foal can’t exceed 1 month
* Transport documents + hosting certificate of the French Stud Farm must be forwarded to France Galop before 31st December N+11
Foal born abroad Mare to be covered abroad:1
* Mare in foal can only leave France from the 15th December N-1. Temporary export certificate organised with France Galop prior to departure or during the following leaving month
* Birth abroad
* Birth declared with the concerned Stud Book, identification of the foal in the birth country
* EXIT PERIOD: max 180 days
* Dam & foal must be back before the 15th July N
* Foal must stay in France from his return until the 1st June N+1, exit period for the foal can’t exceed 1 month
* Transport documents + hosting certificate of the French Stud Farm must be forwarded to France Galop before 31st December N+1
Administration fee: €170.40
Fees:
Registration fee for silks: €88.20
Deposit for registration: €1,300
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Races eligible for awards:
One of the biggest benefits of owning a racehorse in France is the generous prize money and owner premiums. France Galop, the governing body of French racing, provides owner premiums of up to 80% on prize money for French-bred horses running in France. This means that even lower-tier races can be financially rewarding, making ownership more sustainable.
Owner Premiums: Premium paid to owners of horses born and bred in France, or similar. The race is a percentage of the prize-money (excluding premiums), paid from the 1rst to the 5th placed in a race, and where applicable the 6th and 7th. 2024 owners premiums:
€52million
* 75% for 2 & 3 yos
* 45% for 4 and up
* 20% for Group 1 & Group 1-PA races
* 15% for 3, 4, 5 year old follies & mares in jump racing
French Premiums: Just like owners’ premiums, French premiums are paid to the breeders of horses born and breed in France (or considered as such) who finish in the top five of a race. These premiums are calculated as a percentage of the prize money earned.
* 13% of prize money and owner premiums, or
* 16% of prize money in races that don’t carry owner premiums
More specifically...
Breeders’ Premiums:
For horses born before 2014...
* In open races where owners’ premiums apply, breeders receive 13% of the prize money plus owners’ premiums
* In races restricted to French-bred horses, breeders receive 16% of prize money.
For horses born from 2014 onward...
* In open races where owners’ premiums apply, breeders receive 13% of the prize money plus owners’ premiums if the horse is by a stallion based in France. If the stallion is not based in France, breeders receive 8.5% instead.
* In races restricted to French-bred horses, breeders receive 16% if the horse is by a stallion based in France. If the stallion is not based in France, this percentage is 12%.
IRELAND
Ireland’s main Thoroughbred racing incentive is the IRE Incentive scheme. Targeting both the Irish and British racing calendars
Source of funds: Awards funded by Horse Racing Ireland and managed by Irish Thoroughbred Marketing, with support from the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders’ Association and the Foal Levy.
Eligibility: Only horses carrying the IRE suffix and Foal Levy compliant are eligible to win. Foal must be born in Ireland and recorded in the Irish Thoroughbred Studbook with proper documentation.
Fees:
The Thoroughbred Foal Levy is a statutory levy on all thoroughbred foals registered in Ireland. Under Law, all thoroughbred foals born in Ireland, requiring registration, must be registered in Ireland. This requires the owner of each thoroughbred foal born in Ireland, requiring registration, to register in the General Stud Book through the offices of Weatherbys Ireland GSB Limited and pay at registration time a levy to Horse Racing Ireland. The actual levy payable is related to the generally applicable (advertised) nomination fee of the foal’s sire and varies between €35 (where the nomination fee is less than €1,001) and €650 (where the nomination fee is in excess of €30,001).
Races eligible for awards:
Launched in 2021, the scheme awards a bonus of €10,000 to owners of Irish-bred winners of selected races across the Flat and National Hunt programmes in Ireland and Britain. The owners of each eligible winner – those carrying the (IRE) suffix and Foal Levy compliant – will have until the end of the following year to spend their bonus on Irish-breds at Irish sales.
Scheme races in Ireland are two-year-old fillies’ maidens; two-year-old auction maidens and median auction races; and National Hunt auction races. Scheme races in Britain include maidens for all sexes; novice races; and a selection of stakes races.
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