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Introduced
12/23/2019
12/23/2019
In Committee
02/26/2020
02/26/2020
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
12/31/2020
12/31/2020
Introduced Session
191st General Court
Bill Summary
Relative to horse racing within the town of Great Barrington. Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure. [Local Approval Received.]
AI Summary
This bill aims to give the citizens of Great Barrington the power to decide whether horse racing, which has been long abandoned in their town, should be allowed to resume. The bill defines "horse racing" as any event where horses are raced and betting or wagering on their speed or ability is permitted. It states that no license for horse racing can be granted within the town of Great Barrington by any state or local commission or agency unless the citizens of the town approve it at an annual town meeting and confirm it with a majority vote ballot. The bill will take effect upon its passage.
Committee Categories
Labor and Employment
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
Bill reported favorably by committee and referred to the committee on House Steering, Policy and Scheduling (on 02/26/2020)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4272 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/191/H4272.pdf |
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