Bill > A08790

This bill amends the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law to restrict the use of motor vehicles by regional off-track betting (OTB) corporations. Specifically, the bill prohibits OTB corporations from issuing motor vehicles as take-home vehicles to board members, officers, employees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, agents, or their immediate family members residing in the same household. All vehicles owned, leased, or controlled by the corporation must be returned to corporate property when not being used for official business. However, the bill provides an exception that allows take-home vehicles for employees and officers if the corporation develops a written policy that complies with the state comptroller's rules, receives approval from the gaming commission, and agrees to subject the policy and related records to random audits by the gaming commission. The bill will take effect 60 days after becoming law, aiming to increase transparency and prevent potential misuse of corporate vehicles.

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https://www.nysenate.gov/legislation/bills/2025/A8790