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IA HSB640

SB

Status

Introduced

1/29/2026

Primary Sponsor

State Government

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Origin

House of Representatives

91st General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Removes authority of the Iowa Racing and Gaming Commission to issue licenses for pari-mutuel wagering on simultaneously telecast dog races to entities with Iowa Horsemen's Benevolent and Protective Association agreements for source market fees

  • Retains licensing provisions for simultaneously telecast horse races under the alternative simulcasting licensure framework in Section 99D.9D

  • Maintains the 2% tax on gross wagering amounts exceeding $25 million annually for simultaneously telecast horse and dog races conducted by licensees under Section 99D.9D

  • Does not affect other Code authorizations for dog racing generally or wagering on simulcast dog races under different license types

  • Takes effect July 1, 2027

Legislative Description

A bill for an act relating to licenses to conduct pari-mutuel wagering on simultaneously telecast dog races, and including effective date provisions.

Last Action

Subcommittee recommends passage.

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

State Government1/29/2026

Full Bill Text

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