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CO SB179

Bill

Status

Passed

5/11/2013

Primary Sponsor

Lois Tochtrop

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Origin

Senate

2013 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the deadline for in-state simulcast facilities to receive and conduct pari-mutuel wagering on greyhound race broadcasts from June 30, 2014 to June 30, 2016, when no live greyhound racing is occurring in Colorado
  • Allows simulcast facilities located on class B horse racing track premises to receive out-of-state greyhound race signals if the class B track has conducted or is scheduled to conduct a live horse race meet within the next twelve months
  • Requires operators of simulcast facilities receiving greyhound broadcasts to deposit wagering amounts into a trust account for distribution as purses for live greyhound races in Colorado or, if no live greyhound racing exists, to greyhound welfare and adoption organizations
  • Takes effect August 7, 2013, subject to approval by Colorado voters in November 2014 if a referendum petition is filed
  • Amended simulcast wagering payment provisions to clarify that operators must pay specified percentages of gross pari-mutuel wagering to purse funds and other entities as described in simulcast agreements

Legislative Description

Simulcast Greyhound Races

Last Action

Governor Action - Signed

5/11/2013

Committee Referrals

Finance2/14/2013

Full Bill Text

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