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AR HJR1019

Joint Resolution

Status

Failed

5/5/2025

Primary Sponsor

Stephen Meeks

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Origin

House of Representatives

95th General Assembly (2025 Regular)

AI Summary

  • Removes all references to greyhound racing from Arkansas Constitution Amendment 100, reflecting that no entity currently holds a franchise to conduct greyhound racing in the state

  • Eliminates the prior tax distribution formula that allocated 40% of the 17.5% casino gaming receipts tax to greyhound racing franchise holders, directing all funds instead to horse racing operations

  • Deletes the requirement that greyhound racing franchise holders set aside 14% of net casino gaming receipts for live greyhound racing purses and facility capital improvements

  • Removes the 1% net casino gaming receipts contribution previously required for greyhound breeders' awards through the Arkansas Racing Commission

  • Constitutional amendment would take effect January 1, 2027, if approved by voters at the next general election

Legislative Description

An Amendment To The Arkansas Constitution To Remove References To Greyhound Racing From Arkansas Constitution, Amendment 100.

Last Action

Died in House Committee at Sine Die adjournment.

5/5/2025

Committee Referrals

State Agencies and Governmental Affairs2/12/2025

Full Bill Text

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