Members

There has been a lot written about decoupling in the last week, so we wanted to provide everyone an update. Since our last update, the House passed a version of the proposed decoupling bill on April 25, but no companion bill has been voted on by the Senate. That remained the case heading toward the end of the session. Decoupling could only pass if both the House and Senate approved a bill and the Governor...Read More

Notice to all trainers and owners who will be renewing their license this June. Be advised that the State will have only one (1) employee available to process all requests. As such, it is suggested that you don’t wait until the last moment to secure your renewal.Read More

On Tuesday, May 20th, the Adult Primary Care Mobile Clinic and the Joe DiMaggio Children’s Mobile Clinic from Memorial Healthcare will again be on the grounds at Gulfstream Park, near the Chaplain’s office from 9:00 AM until 4:00PM.  For more information, please scan the QR codes below.Read More

April 21, 2025 To: All FHBPA Members From: Tom Cannell     President FHBPA Good afternoon: We are reaching out to provide you with a quick update regarding the current Florida legislative session on the Thoroughbred decoupling issue. The FHBPA has been actively engaged on this issue from the beginning and working on your behalf to protect Florida racing. The legislative session officially began on March 4, and the FHBPA was ready with our lobbyist, communications team,...Read More

The FTH (Florida Thoroughbred Horsemen) has announced that Executive Director Herb Oster will be leaving at the end of February to concentrate on recent health issues. Herb has been a fixture in racing both in NY and Florida for over 25 years, and as Executive Director of the Horsemen since January 2024. Herb’s great love is the Benevolence side of the business, and he instituted many programs that enhanced the lives of the backstretch communities...Read More

The Board of the Florida Thoroughbred Horsemen (FTH) met Monday to address HB 105, the pending legislation seeking decoupling in Florida that would allow Gulfstream Park to separate its gaming license from the requirement to continue to conduct live racing. The Board of the FTH voted unanimously against decoupling and is against the passage of HB 105. Their statement issued Monday reads: “The future of Thoroughbred racing in South Florida is too important and too...Read More