Bill > S07787

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to protect host counties and host municipalities from potential reductions in state aid after commercial gaming facilities licensed under Title Two-A begin operations. Specifically, the bill ensures that these local governments will continue to receive at least the same amount of state aid they received in their highest annual aid year since the start of gaming operations under the previous licensing title. This means that if a host county or municipality was appropriated aid in the year 2025, and a new gaming facility begins operations, the state will guarantee that the local government's funding levels will not decrease as a result of the new gaming facility. The purpose appears to be providing financial stability and predictability for local governments that host commercial gaming facilities, preventing potential negative fiscal impacts from changes in the gaming industry. The bill takes effect immediately upon passage.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/S7787