Board & Commission Profiles

Below you will find detailed information on each state board and commission to which Gov. Inslee has appointment authority. Click below to view the boards -- these profiles will provide you with the detailed information about each board, including board members. You can also view all recently appointed board members.

If you have additional questions about boards and commissions please contact the Office of the Governor at (360)902-4111 or email.

Boards and Commissions

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Horse Racing Commission

Regulates and supervises all horse race meets in the state that have pari-mutuel wagering. It also issues horse racing licenses for trainer and jockeys to participate in race meets.
Board Websitehttp://www.whrc.wa.gov/commission-and-ex-officio-members.html
Policy AreaGeneral Government
Governor Appointments3
Total Board Positions3
Statutory AuthorityRCW 67.16.012
Public Disclosure Required?Yes
Senate Confirmation Required?Yes
Compensation$100 per day plus per diem
Term Length (years)6
Statutory Term Limits
Member Requirements: Members of the general public, one of whom shall be a breeder of race horses and shall be of at least one year's standing.

Member List

Horse Racing Commission
Position Number Member Name Term Begin Term End Position Requirements
2 Lopez, Robert 01/18/2019 01/17/2025 General Public
3 Ragle, Claude 03/22/2024 01/01/2030 General Public
5 Moore, Douglas 02/06/2023 01/17/2029 General Public
Race Horse Breeder
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