Section 294-9.003 - PREFERRED LIST9.003.01 The racing secretary shall maintain a list of entered horses eliminated from starting by a surplus of entries, and these horses shall constitute a preferred list and have preference. The manner in which the preferred list shall be maintained and all rules relating thereto must be submitted to the Commission at least 10 days prior to publication in a conditions book and not less than 30 days prior to the commencement of the race meeting.9.003.02 Entries which have closed, shall be compiled without delay by the Racing Secretary and conspicuously posted.9.003.03 No alteration shall be made in any entry after closing of entries, but an error may be corrected.9.003.04 No horse which has been excused from starting on account of sickness or physical disability shall be allowed to start for a minimum of five (5) calendar days, exclusive of the day of scratch. Entry of said horse for its next start must be accompanied by a certificate of fitness from the track veterinarian and be approved by the Stewards.294 Neb. Admin. Code, ch. 9, § 294-9.003