HB1852

HORSE RACING ACT ORG LICENSE

Introduced·1/28/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB1852 amends the Horse Racing Act of 1975, adjusting regulations on live racing schedules, simulcast wagering, and purse allocations for.

Illinois HB1852 amends the Horse Racing Act of 1975 by modifying regulations on live racing schedules, simulcast wagering, and purse allocations for standardbred and thoroughbred races. It specifies that organization licensees must conduct live standardbred racing between 6:30 p.m. and 6:30 a.m. at least 5 days per week with no less than 9 races per day. The bill also details the allocation of purses between host tracks and non-host licensees, and outlines conditions for simulcast wagering, including restrictions on locations and times.

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Rules Committee
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History

Mar 11, 2025

House

Added Co-Sponsor Rep. Barbara Hernandez

Jan 29, 2025

House

First Reading

Jan 29, 2025

House

Referred to Rules Committee