West Virginia SB1060 provides eligibility for West Virginia certified thoroughbreds in restricted races and increases race caps.

West Virginia SB1060 amends the state's horse racing regulations to allow West Virginia certified thoroughbreds to compete in restricted races, starting from May 1, 2026. These horses can now earn purse money in these races. The bill also increases the caps on funding for restricted races, allowing racetracks that did not participate in the West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund for at least four years prior to December 31, 1992, to fund these races up to $2 million per year.

West Virginia SB1060 provides eligibility for West Virginia certified thoroughbreds in restricted races and increases race caps.

West Virginia SB1060 amends the state's horse racing regulations to allow West Virginia certified thoroughbreds to compete in restricted races, starting from May 1, 2026. These horses can now earn purse money in these races. The bill also increases the caps on funding for restricted races, allowing racetracks that did not participate in the West Virginia Thoroughbred Development Fund for at least four years prior to December 31, 1992, to fund these races up to $2 million per year.