Listed below are some key rules for the 2009 Racing Season to keep in mind.
 

• Racing applications can only be submitted online.
• In order to qualify and/or race at Harrah's Chester, proof of 2009 negative Coggins Test, EHV and rabies vaccination, along with a current (dated within 30 days of date of first entry at Harrah's Chester) health certificate must be submitted to the Racing Office. If a 2009 negative Coggins Test, EHV or rabies vaccination for a horse has already been submitted at another track and that information is indicated on the USTA eTrack Eligibility Report, then that paperwork need not be submitted.
• Horses may not show any lines less than $10,000 claimers.
• It is Pennsylvania Harness Racing Commission policy that all horses originally entered in a class shall have preference over any horse subsequently moved into the class from another event. It is recommended that you enter a horse in its proper class so you do not lose your preference.
• Australian or New Zealand horses as well as high-end conditioned first-time starters at Harrah's Chester may be classified at the discretion of the Racing Secretary.
• In order for a horse to be removed from the Lasix List, it must race in a qualifying race without Lasix. The horse must be tested and show no Lasix in the system.
• Horses are now required to be in the paddock two (2) hours out from the approximate post time of the race. The only exception being if it is designated as a detention race.
• The 30-day rule is determined from race date to day of entry counting the day after the race as day 1 and the date of entry as day 30.
• Any person on a jog cart or a sulky must wear a safety vest while on the racetrack at all times.

For a complete list of Track Rules click here.