S.3096

Communication from the Massachusetts Gaming Commission (pursuant to Section 9B of Chapter 128A of the General Laws and Section 222 of Chapter 6 of the General Laws) submitting proposed regulations changes to 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing (2026)

Introduced·6/11/26
Introduced Text

Massachusetts Gaming Commission proposes regulatory changes for harness horse racing.

The Massachusetts Gaming Commission has submitted proposed regulatory changes to 205 CMR 3.00: Harness Horse Racing. These changes include updates to definitions, prohibited practices, and medications. The proposed regulations aim to clarify the rules governing stable names, registration fees, and restrictions. They also address the use of prohibited substances and methods, such as growth factors, beta-2 agonists, and gene doping.

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Jul 1

House

House concurred

Jun 29

Senate

Committee recommended that the matter be placed on file

Jun 15

House

House concurred