Iowa SF2117 mandates separate thoroughbred and quarter horse racing seasons, with mixed meets allowed by mutual agreement.

Iowa SF2117 establishes that thoroughbred and quarter horse racing seasons must be run independently, without overlapping, unless mutually agreed upon by the associations representing the owners and the licensee of the racetrack in Polk county. The bill allows for mixed meets featuring both breeds if there is a written agreement. It also sets minimum durations for the racing seasons: at least 67 days for thoroughbreds and 26 days for quarter horses.

Iowa SF2117 mandates separate thoroughbred and quarter horse racing seasons, with mixed meets allowed by mutual agreement.

Iowa SF2117 establishes that thoroughbred and quarter horse racing seasons must be run independently, without overlapping, unless mutually agreed upon by the associations representing the owners and the licensee of the racetrack in Polk county. The bill allows for mixed meets featuring both breeds if there is a written agreement. It also sets minimum durations for the racing seasons: at least 67 days for thoroughbreds and 26 days for quarter horses.