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NY A05923

Bill

Status

Introduced

3/24/2023

Primary Sponsor

David Weprin

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Origin

Assembly

2023-2024 General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Proposes amendment to New York State Constitution Article 1, Section 9 to authorize wagering on professional sporting events and university/college athletic events
  • Permits sports betting at thoroughbred and harness racetracks, off-track betting corporation simulcast theaters, and authorized casino facilities
  • Requires net proceeds from sports betting be applied exclusively to education in the state as prescribed by the legislature
  • Directs legislature to pass appropriate laws to prevent offenses related to sports betting
  • Amendment must be referred to first regular legislative session after next general election and published for 3 months before election, per constitutional requirements

Legislative Description

Authorizes gambling on professional sporting events and athletic events sponsored by universities or colleges at betting facilities located at thoroughbred and harness racetracks operating in this state, in simulcast theaters operated by off-track betting corporations and in any constitutionally authorized casino facility; provides that the proceeds of such gambling be applied exclusively to or in aid or support of education.

Last Action

opinion referred to judiciary

1/26/2024

Committee Referrals

Judiciary1/26/2024
Racing and Wagering1/3/2024
Judiciary4/10/2023
Racing and Wagering3/24/2023

Full Bill Text

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