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RI S3048

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

3/5/2026

Primary Sponsor

Mark McKenney

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Prohibits all wagering on greyhound races and other dog races in Rhode Island, effective January 1, 2027
  • Bans both placing wagers and accepting or facilitating such wagers on dog race outcomes
  • Applies regardless of where the actual race takes place, covering both in-state and out-of-state races
  • Amends existing dog racing law (Chapter 41-3.1) which already prohibited dog track licensing in Lincoln while preserving pari-mutuel licensee status for entities licensed before December 31, 2008
  • Takes effect upon passage of the legislation

Legislative Description

Prevents anyone from wagering money or any other thing of value on the outcome of a greyhound race or other dog race, or accept or facilitate such wagering, regardless of the location at which the race takes place.

Sports, Racing, And Athletics

Last Action

Scheduled for hearing and/or consideration (03/18/2026)

3/9/2026

Committee Referrals

Labor and Gaming3/5/2026

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