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CA SB1294

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Susan Rubio

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Origin

Senate

2025-2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Adds the Japan Cup (a prestigious Japanese thoroughbred horse race) to the list of international and domestic races exempt from California's 75 imported race per day wagering limitation
  • Current law allows California thoroughbred racing associations and fairs to accept wagers on out-of-state races but caps imports at 75 races per day when live racing is occurring in the state
  • The Japan Cup would join other exempt marquee events including the Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes, Breeders' Cup World Championship, and Dubai World Cup
  • Amends Section 19596.2 of the Business and Professions Code
  • Requires no appropriation and has no fiscal impact on state or local programs

Legislative Description

Horse racing: out-of-state thoroughbred races: Japan Cup.

Last Action

Referred to Com. on G.O.

3/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Governmental Organization3/4/2026
Rules2/20/2026

Full Bill Text

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