The commission regulates the pari-mutuel industry in Oregon, including horse racing, on- and off-track wagering, and online wagering for the good of the horses, those who work with the horses, the bettors, the licensees, and the citizenry. The commission also regulates multi-jurisdictional account wagering hubs licensed in Oregon. By statute, 25% of the fees on wagering through these hubs goes to the state General Fund; the remaining 75% is used to support racing industry activities such as a commercial race meet in Grants Pass and the summer race meets in communities throughout the state.

The commission’s five-member governing board is appointed by the governor and confirmed by the Senate. Terms are four years.​

The following are selected abbreviated listings from the holdings of the Oregon State Archives. Additional records may be available. These records may be viewed free of charge at the State Archives Building in Salem.

 

Title: Annual Reports

Dates: 1937, 1979

Cubic Ft.: .1

 

Title: Budgets

Dates: 1945-1981

Cubic Ft.: .2

 

Title: Commission Minutes

Dates: 1980, 1984-1994

Cubic Ft.: 4

 

Title: Correspondence

Dates: 1933-1979

Cubic Ft.: .5

 

Title: Photographs - Dog Races, Horse Races

Dates: 1946-1980

Cubic Ft.: .1

 

Title: Race Meet Rules and Regulations

Dates: 1951-1979

Cubic Ft.: .1