MI SB1131

Adds new subdivision (e) to section 8 allowing third-party facilitator licenses to offer pari-mutuel wagering on live and simulcast horse races if there is no race meeting licensee operating in Michigan.

New third-party facilitators operating without a race meeting licensee must comply with consumer protections, cooperate with audits under section 23, meet suitability standards, and can have licenses terminated or revoked by the racing commissioner.

Adds new section 11 requiring the racing commissioner to promulgate rules allowing third-party facilitator licensees to offer pari-mutuel wagering through the internet on live and simulcast horse races when no race meeting licensee exists in the state.

Modifies sections 17(1) and 17(8) to make pari-mutuel wagering regulations subject to section 11, allowing alternative wagering pathways when race meeting licensees are not operating.

Clarifies that only race meeting licensees or licensed third-party facilitators may process or accept wagers on horse race results, with violators subject to felony penalties of up to 5 years imprisonment or $10,000 fine per offense.