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NJ S3921

Bill

Status

Passed

1/30/2025

Primary Sponsor

Paul Sarlo

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Origin

Senate

2024-2025 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Reallocates standardbred horse racing purse subsidies from Freehold Raceway to Meadowlands Racetrack if live racing programs cease at Freehold Raceway

  • Requires reallocated funds to be used exclusively for conducting at least 35 standardbred race dates at Meadowlands that would have otherwise occurred at Freehold

  • Allows the minimum 35 race dates requirement to be reduced with written consent from the Standardbred Breeders' and Owners' Association of New Jersey

  • Maintains the existing $20 million annual appropriation through fiscal year 2029 split equally between thoroughbred and standardbred industries

  • Reallocation remains in effect until a permit holder resumes live racing programs at Freehold Raceway

Legislative Description

Reallocates standardbred horse racing purse subsidies from Freehold Raceway to Meadowlands Racetrack under certain circumstances.

Bills and Joint Resolutions Signed by the Governor

Last Action

Approved P.L.2025, c.11.

1/30/2025

Committee Referrals

Budget and Appropriations12/5/2024

Full Bill Text

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