Charles Moore (center), Wyoming Gaming Commission, was selected by his peers for special recognition at the ARCI Annual Meeting. The award is presented by ARCI President, Ed Martin (left) and ARCI Former Chairman, Tom Sage (right).

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CASPER, WY–MARCH 18, 2024–Charles E. Moore, Executive Director of the Wyoming Gaming Commission, was honored earlier this month with the "2024 Len Foote Award" from the Association of Racing Commissioners International (ARCI).

The award was presented to Mr. Moore in recognition of exemplary service and contribution to racing integrity by a Commission Executive Director as chosen by his peers, at a ceremony during the ARCI Annual Meeting in Columbus, Ohio, on March 8, 2024.

The award is named in honor of the late Len Foote, longtime Executive Director of the California Horse Racing Board, and is considered the highest honor bestowed on racing regulators in North America and the Caribbean.

Director Moore started his career in the early 70's after acquiring his first trainer's license. In his later years, he performed duties as a Racing Secretary, Director of Racing, and Track Steward. Moore has been the Director of the Wyoming Gaming Commission (formerly known as the Wyoming Pari-Mutuel Commission) since 2008.

He has expertly navigated the complex path in regulating the gaming programs of Historic Horse Racing, Skill Based Amusement Games, and Online Sports Wagering, along with the Commission's extensive compliance program.

Originally formed in 1934, the ARCI is composed of government regulators of horse and greyhound racing in the United States, Canada, Mexico, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and the Jockey Club of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. ARCI members are legally charged with the responsibility of ensuring the integrity of racing and pari-mutuel wagering.

The association exists to assist in the coordination of the collective efforts of its members who are responsible for ensuring compliance with government laws and regulations designed to protect the general public and racing industry participants, including the equine and canine athletes.
 

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About the Wyoming Gaming Commission
The primary mission of the Wyoming Gaming Commission (WGC) is the protection of the wagering public and the health, safety, and welfare of the participants in all lawful gaming and pari-mutuel activity. Responsible gaming is an integral part of the Commission’s daily operations. Together with our partners, the Commission is committed to fostering an environment of responsible gaming, and addressing problem gambling head on, to ensure that patrons play responsibly and provide help to those who many need it.