Bill > A08167

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to authorize up to two percent of mobile sports tax revenue, but not more than twenty million dollars annually, to be used for youth team sports funding. Specifically, the bill establishes a statewide youth sports activities and education grant program aimed at supporting underserved youth under 18 years old. The funding will be split evenly between capital expenditures (such as equipment and improvements) and programming, with distribution handled by county youth bureaus. In New York City, 75% of the programming funding will be distributed by the city's department of youth and community development, and 25% will go to a non-profit organization with a history of supporting youth development through sports. Each distributing entity will be required to submit a report to the commissioner detailing the recipients, use of funds, and impact of the grants within six months of each grant period. The bill is designed to provide financial support for youth sports teams and programs in underserved communities, using a portion of mobile sports wagering tax revenue to fund these efforts.

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8167