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AL HB658
Bill
Status
3/31/2026
Primary Sponsor
Pebblin Warren
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AI Summary
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Levies an 8% local privilege tax on net gambling revenue from pari-mutuel wagering on historical horse racing at computerized machines in Macon County
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Net gambling revenue is calculated as total wagering receipts minus free bets, promotional credits, federal excise taxes, voided wagers, and prize payouts
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Macon County Racing Commission collects the tax from historical horse racing licensees and distributes funds according to local law
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New tax supersedes all other local taxes, fees, or commissions currently imposed on historical horse racing pari-mutuel activities in the county, including those under Section 45-44-150.12
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Existing tax structure for live and simulcast greyhound and thoroughbred racing remains unchanged; bill does not authorize any new gambling activities
Legislative Description
Macon County; local privilege tax on pari-mutuel activities, established
Macon County
Last Action
Re-referred to Committee in House of Origin to House Economic Development and Tourism
4/1/2026