Bill > A05920

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to authorize the state gaming commission to impose monetary fines up to $10,000 for each violation against corporations, associations, or individuals participating in thoroughbred race meetings with pari-mutuel betting (excluding track or betting parlor patrons), regardless of whether they are licensed by the commission. The fines can be levied for violations of the law, commission rules, or commission orders, but only after a copy of the order has been personally served or sent by registered mail. The commission must ensure that the fine amount reflects the severity of the violation and will follow the state administrative procedure act's notice and hearing provisions. Any fines collected will be paid into the state treasury, and the commission's fine decisions can be reviewed by the supreme court under article seventy-eight of the civil practice law and rules. The bill aims to provide the gaming commission with more robust enforcement capabilities in regulating thoroughbred racing events.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A5920