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The Texas Racing Act and the Texas Rules of Racing provide the basis for qualifying applicants for an occupational license. Read the Chapter 53 Guidelines to understand your rights if you have a previous criminal conviction or deferred adjudication.

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TO RENEW OR REQUEST AN OCCUPATIONAL LICENSE

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PLAN AHEAD: ALLOW 21 BUSINESS DAYS BEFORE ENTERING A HORSE IN A RACE OR SEEKING ENTRY TO A RESTRICTED AREA OF A RACETRACK

REQUIRED: DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY BACKGROUND CHECK IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO A LICENSE BEING ISSUED BY THE COMMISSION

CALL: 972-237-5060 or EMAIL LICENSING @ TXRC.TEXAS.GOV FOR QUESTIONS OR ASSISTANCE

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NOTE: THE TEXAS RACING COMMISSION IS NO LONGER ACCEPTING PERSONAL CHECKS.

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