From CHRB
SACRAMENTO, Calif. (Apr. 6, 2020) — In support of the State’s efforts to mitigate the spread of COVID-19, the California Horse Racing Board has closed all CHRB licensing offices until further notice. For safety reasons, and with apologies for any inconveniences this action might cause, the CHRB has determined this closure is in the best interests of CHRB employees and the public.
During this closure, the CHRB will not process in-person license applications and/or renewals. Renewals may be done via email, mail, or phone. Call one of the numbers below for details:
Golden Gate Fields: (510) 559-7437
Los Alamitos: (714) 820-2760
Santa Anita: (626) 574-6348
Cal Expo: (916) 263-6000
The issuance of new licenses will not occur until the Licensing Offices are re-opened. Exceptions to the temporary suspension of issuing licenses will be considered if the license is absolutely necessary for the health and safety of people and/or horses. All requests for exceptions shall be sent to the Chief of Enforcement and Licensing, Shawn Loehr, at slloehr@chrb.ca.gov for review.
Expired licenses should not be accepted at any CHRB regulated facility. It is the licensee’s responsibility to ensure his or her license is renewed prior to the expiration date. Notices reflecting the above closures are posted at each licensing office.