Division of Finance and Regulatory Control

Deputy Director Sammy Jackson oversees this Division, which is responsible for all of the Commission's regulatory functions that are not restricted to live racing and the agency's support functions.

Pari-Mutuel and Auditing Department: To safeguard the interest of the wagering public and the State, this department tests the computer programs that calculate odds and payoffs on wagers, examines wagering patterns, and oversees mutuel operations at the racetracks, as well as calculating and distributing funds for the Texas-Bred Incentive Program. The completion of these tasks assures the wagering public and the State that the correct amount of money is distributed as required by the Texas Racing Act.

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Occupational Licensing Department: This department reviews applications and issues occupational licenses and registrations to all persons involved in pari-mutuel greyhound and horse racing. This department works closely with the investigators and the stewards/judges. Licensing staff at each racetrack help to maintain the integrity of the industry by ensuring that all participants are licensed and are in good standing.

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Finance and Accounting Department: This department manages the budget, accounting, purchasing, personnel, and other administrative functions of the Commission.

Information Services Department: This department procures and supports all hardware and software necessary for the day-to-day activities of the Commission. The department is also responsible for developing and maintaining the agency's network and Oracle database.

Click here to view the agency's organizational chart.