Legislation

Approval To Equalize Horseman Programs

December 07, 2012

The Assembly Regulatory Oversight and Gaming Committee approved bipartisan legislation sponsored by Assemblyman Ronald S. Dancer to guarantee consistent levels of funding from horse races to programs ...

Committee Approval For Dancer Bill

December 06, 2012

Horse racing enthusiasts who live in New Jersey would be able to place a wager on a race in the state even though they may be outside of the Garden State’s borders under legislation sponsored by Assem...

Senate To Debate Sports Betting

November 27, 2012

On Tuesday Canada's Senate will begin to debate Bill C-290, which could pave the way to legalize single-game sports betting.

Another Georgia Racing, Wagering Push

November 16, 2012

Both a bill and resolution were filed Thursday, November 16 in Georgia which could lead to the introduction of legalized horse racing in the state.

'Instant Racing' Bill Moves Along In MI

November 13, 2012

Legislation approved last week in Michigan's state house is a step in the right direction for 'historical racing' or 'instant racing' to become reality at state racetracks, but according to a report, ...

McNaughton: Bill 76 Waiting To Be Addressed

October 05, 2012

The Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corp. has been making a lot of noise recently with its casino expansion information sessions. Driving full-steam ahead with its prospective locations and revenue-sharing...

NYRA Reorganization Board Established

October 01, 2012

Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that he has signed legislation to establish the NYRA Reorganization Board that will place NYRA under temporary public control in order to reform the associatio...

Reports: NY To Privatize NYRA

September 24, 2012

Reports from New York state indicate that Gov. Andrew Cuomo will sign legislation this week to seize control of the New York Racing Association and return the organization to state-run control before ...

Online Intrastate Gaming Signed Into Delaware Law

On Thursday, June 28, Delaware Governor Jack Markell signed the Delaware Gaming Competitiveness Act of 2012 into law. The legislation will allow the state to become the first to legally enter the intr...

NYRA Re-Organization To State Senate

It has been reported that on Wednesday, June 20 the New York State Assembly unanimously passed a bill which will allow the restructuring of the board of the New York Racing Association.

Gov. Cuomo Close To Taking Over NYRA

It has been reported that after finding common ground with other state legislators this past Saturday night, New York Governor Andrew Cuomo is one step closer to temporarily taking over control of the...

NJ Assembly Passes Mobile Devices Bill

Racetrack patrons would be permitted to place bets on special mobile gaming devices under legislation approved Friday, May 25 by the New Jersey General Assembly