Massachusetts H356 regulates horse racing and simulcasting licensing within the Commonwealth, requiring local approval and public hearings.

Massachusetts H356 establishes stringent requirements for horse racing and simulcasting licensing within the Commonwealth. The bill mandates that no new licenses be granted unless approved by local City Councils or Town Meetings, and requires public hearings and studies. Proponents must submit an Economic Impact Study, Community Impact Study, and Traffic Study. Local approvals must occur within the same calendar year, concluding before November 15. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission cannot approve any license without local approval.

Massachusetts H356 regulates horse racing and simulcasting licensing within the Commonwealth, requiring local approval and public hearings.

Massachusetts H356 establishes stringent requirements for horse racing and simulcasting licensing within the Commonwealth. The bill mandates that no new licenses be granted unless approved by local City Councils or Town Meetings, and requires public hearings and studies. Proponents must submit an Economic Impact Study, Community Impact Study, and Traffic Study. Local approvals must occur within the same calendar year, concluding before November 15. The Massachusetts Gaming Commission cannot approve any license without local approval.