The offspring of a standardbred sire is eligible for the Sires Stakes Program if:
(1) the sire is registered with the United States Trotting Association and with the Advisory Committee;
(2) the sire was at stud in the State for a full breeding season; and
(3) the offspring was conceived during that breeding season.
Structure Maryland Statutes
Part III - Maryland Standardbred Race Fund
Section 11-624 - Fund -- Established
Section 11-625 - Advisory Committee -- Established
Section 11-626 - Advisory Committee -- Membership
Section 11-628 - Meetings; Compensation
Section 11-629 - Administration of Fund
Section 11-631 - Running of Fund Races
Section 11-632 - Eligibility Requirements -- Foaled Stakes Program
Section 11-633 - Eligibility Requirements -- Sires Stakes Program