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NJ S3203

Bill

Status

Introduced

5/9/2024

Primary Sponsor

Vin Gopal

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Extends the $20 million annual appropriation to the New Jersey Racing Commission for horse racing purse subsidies from the original fiscal year 2023 end date through fiscal year 2029, adding five additional years of funding

  • Divides funds equally between thoroughbred and standardbred industries: thoroughbred funds go 100% to Monmouth Park overnight purses

  • Allocates standardbred industry funds as follows: 60% to Meadowlands overnight purses, 16% to Freehold overnight purses, 12% to New Jersey Sire Stakes purses, 6% to purse bonuses for New Jersey sired horses, and 6% for breeders awards purses

  • Requires annual reporting to the Governor, Legislature, and Racing Commission documenting fund usage, racing statistics, handle amounts, and impact on New Jersey breeding programs

  • Allows the Legislature to withhold future appropriations if reports indicate funds have not substantially improved the racing industry, requiring a concurrent resolution confirming satisfactory review before continued funding

Legislative Description

Extends annual horse racing purse subsidies through State fiscal year 2029.

Substituted by another Bill

Last Action

Substituted by A2610

6/28/2024

Committee Referrals

State Government, Wagering, Tourism & Historic Preservation5/9/2024

Full Bill Text

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