SB 297
Racing Commission rule relating to thoroughbred racing
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Bill overview
Senate Bill 297 authorizes the West Virginia Racing Commission to create and enforce rules specifically for thoroughbred racing. The bill builds upon existing authority granted to the Racing Commission by the state code. These rules will be developed to address concerns raised by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee. This legislation ensures the Racing Commission has the power to regulate aspects of thoroughbred racing within West Virginia.
Key provisions
- Authorizes the Racing Commission to promulgate rules.
- Focuses on rules relating to thoroughbred racing.
- Reflects modifications made after review by the Legislative Rule-Making Review Committee.
- Relies on existing authority under West Virginia Code §19-23-6.
Who is affected
- West Virginia Racing Commission
- Thoroughbred horse owners
- Thoroughbred horse trainers
- Thoroughbred horsemen
- Participants in thoroughbred racing events
Notable changes
- Formalizes the Racing Commission’s authority to create rules for thoroughbred racing.
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