N.J. Admin. Code § 13:71-8.28
The starter shall be in the starting gate 15 minutes before the first race. He shall have control over the horses and subject to the provisions of the rules, have authority to assess fines and/or suspend drivers, with the approval of the presiding judge, for any violation of the rules from the formation of the parade until the word "go" is given. He shall notify the judges and the drivers of penalties imposed by him. He shall report violations of the rules, giving detailed information. An assistant starter approved and licensed by the Commission may be employed when an association, with the approval of the Commission, deems it necessary. The starter shall submit daily a report to the presiding judge indicating the speed of the gate at the starting point for each race.
N.J. Admin. Code § 13:71-8.28
See: 10 New Jersey Register 349(a), 11 New Jersey Register 297(a).