Racing Commission; distribution of allocations from live and simulcast horse racing. (SB513)
Introduced By
Sen. Tommy Norment (R-Williamsburg)
Progress
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Introduced |
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Passed Committee |
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Passed House |
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Passed Senate |
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Signed by Governor |
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Became Law |
Description
Virginia Racing Commission; simulcast horse racing; allocations. Authorizes wagering on historical horse racing. The bill also allocates the proceeds from such racing with fifty percent of the proceeds distributed to the Commonwealth Transportation Trust Fund and the remaining fifty percent distributed to other entities. In addition, the bill (i) requires the existing race track to provide gambling educational programs including information on the availability of gambling addiction counseling and (ii) requires the promulgation of emergency regulations. View Full Text »
Outcome
Bill Has Failed
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Comments
Well, they did it again when the House tabled this bill. Why do the Republicans think they are taking the high road when they consistently vote against anything for horse racing? Well I am sure they will find a way to fund transportation. I am, of course, being sarcastic.