Statement from Tracy Egan, Executive Director, New York Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund Corporation:
“The New York State Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund (Fund) is considering a rule change regarding pregnant non-resident mares that enter New York State to foal with the intent of registering the in-utero foal with the Fund as a New York-bred. The current rule is as follows:
Non-Resident Mares: Must FOAL in New York State, remain in the state for a continuous period of 90 days after foaling AND be BRED BACK to a registered New York stallion before leaving the state.
The rule change would allow the 90-day residency to begin before the mare foals:
Non-Resident Mares: Must FOAL in New York State, remain for a minimum of 90 days on a farm in New York State, the count of which may begin as much as 30 days before the mare delivers, and after foaling be BRED BACK to a registered New York stallion before leaving the state.
If breeders wish to make any comments on this potential rule change, please submit written comments to TEgan@NYBreds.com or to the NYS Thoroughbred Breeding and Development Fund, One Broadway Center, Suite 601, Schenectady, NY 12305. Comments must be received no later than Monday, July 23.”
