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Senator · Senate District 42
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History
- Substituted by A7617A
- Advanced to third reading
- 2nd report cal.
- 1st report cal.92
- Referred to racing, gaming and wagering
- Print number 5330b
- Amend (t) and recommit to racing, gaming and wagering
- Print number 5330a
- Amend and recommit to racing, gaming and wagering
- Referred to racing, gaming and wagering
Companion bill
The same bill in the other chamber. A bill becomes law when one version passes both houses and the governor signs it, so either number can carry it.
Relates to New York bred harness races
Signed by Governor · Sponsor J. Gary Pretlow
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Sponsor's memo
BILL NUMBER:S5330B
Title of bill
An act to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to New York bred harness races
Purpose
To authorize harness races which are limited to only New York bred horses.
Summary of provisions
Section 1. Amends the Racing, Pari-Mutuel Wagering and Breeding Law by adding a new section 307a which provides that any association or corporation licensed to conduct harness race meetings at which pari-mutuel betting is permitted may run races which are limited to New York bred horses. These races would be subject to such terms and conditions as any other race authorized pursuant to law or regulation. Further, if, in the opinion of the corporation or association, sufficient competition cannot be had among such restricted class of horses, the race may be eliminated for that day and a substitute race provided instead.
Section 2. Effective date.
Justification
Depending on the time of the year and the track, many times there are limited opportunities for New York harness horses to enter races due to the influx of out-of-state horses. This legislation seeks to address the issue by offering New York State harness tracks the option to hold New York-only races to ensure that New York bred harness horses are given an opportunity to compete.
Legislative history
New Bill.
Fiscal implications
None.
Effective date
This act shall take effect immediately.
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