June 18, 2009
N.Y. Senate upheaval may delay Aqueduct racino
New York’s Thoroughbred industry could be a big loser following Monday’s Senate coup that saw two Democrats break ranks and form a coalition with Republicans that puts the GOP back in control of the upper house.
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June 18, 2009
Ky. attorney general legal opinion allows VLTs
As Kentucky legislators prepare to consider the addition of video lottery terminals at Kentucky tracks this week, the state’s attorney general has released a legal opinion that such legislation would be constitutional.
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June 18, 2009
Thousand turn out to support Kentucky horse industry
With Kentucky Governor Steve Beshear delivering the most passionate speech of the day, about 1,000 people gathered on the Capitol steps in Frankfort to rally support for added gambling at Kentucky tracks to support the state’s horse racing and breeding.
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May 27, 2009
Lawmakers want to close cruelty loophole
New York lawmakers plan to introduce legislation that would close an apparent loophole and make mistreatment of race horses a felony.
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May 13, 2009
Delaware step closer to table games, sports betting
Delaware racinos moved closer to adding table games and sports wagering thanks to an early morning vote Friday.
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May 13, 2009
Seven submit bids for Aqueduct VLT facility
Seven firms submitted proposals Friday for the contract to run Aqueduct's proposed gaming facility, New York Governor David Paterson's office said.
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May 04, 2009
Montana horse slaughter bill becomes law
A bill allowing the construction and operation of a horse-slaughter facility in Montana became law on Friday after Governor Brian Schweitzer declined to either sign or veto the bill.
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April 30, 2009
Lawmaker sees lots of room for growth in NY gaming
New York needs to adopt new strategies to win back tourism and gaming dollars lost to destinations such as Las Vegas, a prominent lawmaker said on Wednesday.
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April 17, 2009
Montana legislature rejects amendments to horse slaughter bill
The Montana Senate on Thursday overwhelmingly rejected the amendments to a bill that would establish a horse slaughter facility for human consumption in the state.
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April 14, 2009
Maryland eminent domain bill becomes law
Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley signed an emergency measure on Tuesday that gives the state eminent domain rights over the Preakness Stakes (G1) in an effort to keep the second jewel of the United States Triple Crown in Maryland.
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April 09, 2009
Maryland bill seeks acquisition of Md. Jockey Club
The state that once saw its beloved Baltimore Colts move away is taking steps to assure it does not lose the Preakness Stakes (G1).
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March 23, 2009
Montana slaughter bill goes to governor
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March 12, 2009
New York horsemen reeling over Aqueduct racino delay
New York horsemen and breeders are calling on Governor David Paterson to expedite the Aqueduct gaming selection process to avert a crisis in the state’s Thoroughbred industry.
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March 11, 2009
Kentucky expects reduction of race dates in 2010
Because of the tough economy overall and added competition from regional tracks, the Kentucky racing calendar could feature a significant reduction of race dates in 2010.
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March 11, 2009
Delaware North backs out of Aqueduct racino deal
The firm selected to run Aqueduct’s racino has backed out of the deal, delivering New York racing a potentially devastating blow.
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March 04, 2009
New York racing stymied by political uncertainty
New York’s chaotic political landscape makes it extremely difficult for Thoroughbred racing stakeholders to achieve their objectives, a long-time lobbyist said on Thursday.
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March 04, 2009
Neb. legislative panel rejects slots
A proposed constitutional amendment that would have allowed slot machines at Nebraska horse racing tracks failed to get enough votes to advance out of the state legislature’s General Affairs Committee on Tuesday.
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February 19, 2009
KEEP Chair: Racetrack VLTs 'will happen'
The chairman of the Kentucky Equine Education Project said Feb. 18 he expects gaming-related legislation benefitting the Kentucky horse industry to pass—but he’s not sure when.
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February 17, 2009
KY horsemen make case to legislators
More than 100 people who make their living in the Kentucky horse industry made their case to three Northern Kentucky legislators Feb. 16, and the message was clear: The economics must change or the state will lose a valuable asset.
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February 12, 2009
Racetrack VLT bill clears Kentucky Panel
Revised legislation to authorize video lottery terminals at Kentucky racetracks unanimously passed out of a House of Representatives committee Feb. 12, but its sponsor is unsure that the measure will be voted on by the full House during the current General Assembly session.
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January 08, 2009
Texas VLT Bill Ready to Be Filed
When the Texas legislature convenes Jan. 13, a bill to legalize alternative gaming at the state’s racetracks is ready to be filed. The Texas racing industry has angled for video lottery terminals for the past decade, but in 2009, business will not be as usual.
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December 29, 2008
BC tax-break bill offered in Kentucky
Legislation authorizing a pari-mutuel tax break for a racetrack that hosts the Breeders’ Cup World Championships has been pre-filed for the 2009 Kentucky General Assembly session.
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December 01, 2008
Ohio lawmaker plans gaming legislation
An Ohio lawmaker whose district includes River Downs said Nov. 26 he plans to introduce legislation in 2009 for casino-style gaming that would support the horse racing and breeding in the state.
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July 23, 2008
Texas HORSE seeks support, legislation
Texas Thoroughbred Association executive director David Hooper addressed the Greater Houston Horse Council July 21 in an effort to garner support for a new breed coalition, Texas Horse Organizations for Racing, Showing and Eventing, which is known as Texas HORSE.
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July 22, 2008
Fla. governor seeks re-hearing on gaming
Florida Gov. Charlie Crist and the Seminole Tribe of Florida have asked the Supreme Court of Florida for a re-hearing on its July 3 ruling that declared blackjack and baccarat illegal at the tribe’s casinos in the state.
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