Open Board Meetings
Open Meetings. Open Governance. Open Communication.
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association is proud to maintain one of the most transparent governance structures in the Thoroughbred industry. The MTHA is believed to be one of the only horsemen’s and breeder organizations in the nation that regularly conducts fully open Board of Directors meetings for its membership.
Transparency, accountability, and member participation remain core principles of the Association’s leadership philosophy.
The MTHA Board of Directors typically conducts bi-monthly meetings that are open to the full membership, and all members are encouraged to attend and participate. These meetings provide an opportunity for horsemen to stay informed on important industry developments, legislative matters, racing operations, benevolence programs, financial updates, and other issues affecting Maryland racing and the livelihoods of its participants.
Members may join remotely using the following persistent ZOOM link:
The MTHA strongly believes that an informed and engaged membership is essential to the long-term success and integrity of Maryland racing.
The Next MTHA Board Meeting
The next open meeting of the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association Board of Directors is to be held:
Latest Board Meeting Updates
MTHA Board of Directors Meeting Set For Jan 20
The next Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association Board of Directors meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, January 20 at 10:30am.
Board Cites Success Of Bonus, Stakes Programs
At its September open meeting, the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) Board of Directors reviewed the highly successful results of the $600,000 Owner and Developer Bonus Program and the dual-state bred stakes schedule offered this summer to Maryland-based connections during the Laurel Park racing break.
Board Approves Nov/Dec Stakes
During its open Board meeting held on September 9, 2025, the Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) Board of Directors unanimously approved the attached stakes schedule for November and December 2025.
Highlights from the June 2025 MTHA Board of Directors meeting
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) Board of Directors met in an open meeting on June 17, 2025, at Laurel Park and via Zoom.
Highlights from the April 2025 MTHA Board of Directors meeting
The Maryland Thoroughbred Horsemen’s Association (MTHA) Board of Directors met in an open meeting on April 16, 2025, at Laurel Park and via Zoom.
