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After they were denied an appeal hearing for a disqualification at Parx Racing, an owner and trainer have sued an executive of the Pennsylvania Horse Racing Commission.
Owner/trainer Juan Carlos Vazquez, who was recently handed a suspension by Pennsylvania officials running into 2025, is appealing that ruling but will not be permitted to train while he awaits the outcome of his appeal.
The Pennsylvania State Racing Commission revealed during Tuesday's meeting that the integrity hotline, part of a 10-step plan to improve equine safety and welfare in the state, is expected to be in place by March 1.