About the Fund
About the Fund
Fund Overview
The Agriculture and New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund (the Fund) is a public benefit corporation established in 1965 by the Laverne Law (Laws of New York, Chapter 567 of the Laws of 1965).
- Financial Overview
- Financial Statement
- The Fund's Mission and Performance Measures
- 2009
- 2008
- 2007
History
The New York Sire Stakes was the first program of its kind developed in North America and later became the model for state-bred racing programs in nearly all of the major harness racing states and provinces on the continent.
Sponsored by NYS harness racing industry organizations, the first NYSS events were held in 1961.
Legislation
The Agriculture & New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund was created by the Laverne Law in 1965. Today this legislation is part of the Laws of New York Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering & Breeding Law; Article 3; Sections 330-336.
Equine Research
The Harry M. Zweig Memorial Fund for Equine Research honors the late Dr. Harry Zweig, a distinguished veterinarian, and his numerous contributions to the state’s equine industry. In 1979, by amendment to the pari-mutuel racing and wagering law
Equine Education
The Fund contributed $50,000 for broad-based support to the statewide 4-H program centered at Cornell, helping to provide youngsters with educational opportunities and information on possible careers within the breeding and racing industries.
By Laws
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 806 of the General Municipal Law, the Board of Trustees of the Agriculture and New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund ("the Fund") promulgates these rules of ethical conduct for the officers and employees of the Fund.
Code of Ethics
Pursuant to the provisions of Section 806 of the General Municipal Law, the Board of Trustees of the Agriculture and New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund (“the Fund”) promulgates these rules of ethical conduct for the officers and employees of the Fund.
Board of Trustees
The Agriculture & New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund is governed by a five-member Board of Trustees. By law, Board members serve without compensation.
Meeting Minutes
The Agriculture & New York State Horse Breeding Development Fund is a public benefit corporation and therefore subject to New York State open meetings law. You may find meeting notices, agendas, meeting minutes on this page. This page will be updated as meetings are scheduled and held.