The Arizona Racing Commission was established in 1949 by the Arizona Legislature. The Racing Commission is responsible for issuing racing dates; preparing and adopting rules to govern racing meetings as may be required to protect and promote the safety and welfare of the animals participating in racing meetings; protecting and promoting public health, safety and the proper conduct of racing and parimutuel wagering; conducting hearings on applications for racing permits; reviewing applications for capital improvements at racetracks; and conducting hearings and other legal procedures on matters relating to racing licensees and the racing industry.