Bill > S02612

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to address situations where there is no existing contract between a licensed harness racing corporation and the representative horsemen's organization. Specifically, the bill requires the state gaming commission to mandate that the racing corporation pay the horsemen's organization an amount equivalent to the previously negotiated contract for welfare, medical, or retirement plans for racing participants. These payments would be made monthly from the horsemen's gross purse enhancement amount derived from video lottery gaming. The key purpose of this legislation is to ensure that horsemen continue to receive critical benefits like healthcare and retirement support, even in the absence of a current contractual agreement. By establishing this requirement, the bill provides a safety net for racing participants and helps maintain their financial and medical protection. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S2612