Geisinger Discusses Wagering Push December 10, 2014 In Georgia, state Rep. Harry Geisinger has been pushing for the legalization of pari-mutuel waging on horse racing for years. Now he believes the question of legalization will be placed on the ballot ...
Georgia Racing Legislation Pre-Filed November 18, 2014 It has been reported that in Georgia, State Rep. Harry Geisinger has pre-filed legislation in the House which calls for a referendum regarding the introduction of legalized pari-mutuel horse racing.
Instant Racing Legislation In Illinois November 17, 2014 In Illinois, Rep. Dwight Kay has introduced House Bill 6323, which calls for state racetracks to be able to introduce historical racing, also known as instant racing, to their facilities.
Temporary Restraining Order In NJ October 27, 2014 On Friday, October 24, a federal judge in the United States issued a temporary restraining order in favour of major sporting associations in relation to the legalization of sports wagering in the stat...
More Motions Filed Over Sports Betting October 23, 2014 It has been reported that the New Jersey Attorney General’s office, the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority and a group representing the state’s Thoroughbred horsepeople filed motions on Wednes...
Sports Leagues Seek NJ Injunction October 21, 2014 On Monday, October 20, the National Football League, National Basketball Association, Major League Baseball and the NCAA filed a lawsuit which seeks an injunction to block the legalization of sports w...
N.J. Tracks Can Offer Sports Betting October 18, 2014 Reinforcing his support for legal sports wagering in New Jersey, on Friday Governor Chris Christie signed legislation that reflects recent court rulings and removes prohibitions against sports wagerin...
Plainridge Dates In Governor's Hands August 14, 2014 Legislation supporting the reduction of race dates for harness racing at Plainridge Racecourse is awaiting the decision of Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick.
Gaming News In New Jersey August 14, 2014 New Jersey Governor Chris Christie vetoed legislation on Friday that would legalize sports betting at casinos and racetracks in the state.
Track, Horsemen Support Date Reduction July 16, 2014 It has been reported that a House committee in Massachusetts is supporting a bill that would see race dates at Plainridge Racecourse reduced.
NJ Track Sports Betting Bill To Christie June 27, 2014 It has been reported that on Thursday, June 26, both chambers of the New Jersey Legislature passed a bill that would legalize sports betting at casinos and racetracks in the state.
NJ Track Slots Bill Introduced June 05, 2014 Republicans in New Jersey have announced that Assemblyman Ron Dancer has introduced legislation which calls for slot machine gaming to be introduced to racetracks in the state.