PIERRE, S.D. (AP) - Horse-racing regulators and representatives from 11 states, including South Dakota, will gather in Deadwood on Tuesday and Wednesday to discuss issues and challenges facing the industry.

Traditional horse-racing topics, such as uniform rules, safety, and legislation affecting pari-mutuel racing are on the agenda.

South Dakota Gaming Commission Executive Secretary Larry Eliason says media relations will also be discussed.

Racing officials and interests from Colorado, Delaware, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Montana, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, Texas and Wyoming are expected to attend the conference.