N.H. Rev. Stat. Ann. § 284:20-c

There shall be a veterinarian appointed by the lottery commission at each race or meet conducted under the provisions of this chapter at which pari-mutuel pools are sold. The governor and council shall approve a rate per performance to be paid to such veterinarians. Said veterinarians shall not be eligible for state fringe benefits. Veterinarians appointed under this section shall exercise such powers and perform such duties at each race or meet as may be prescribed by the rules of the lottery commission.