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NY A09432

NY A09432
Relates to welfare, medical, and retirement plans provided by a horsemen's organization in the absence of contractual obligations; provides that in the absence of a contract between the licensed harness racing corporation or association and the representative horsemen's organization, the previous contract shall be automatically extended for a one-time period of twelve months commencing from the date that the previously negotiated contract expired.


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Introduced
01/06/2026
In Committee
01/28/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 General Assembly

Bill Summary

AN ACT to amend the racing, pari-mutuel wagering and breeding law, in relation to welfare, medical, and retirement plans provided by a horsemen's organization in the absence of contractual obligations

AI Summary

This bill ensures that if a contract between a licensed harness racing corporation or association and the representative horsemen's organization (an organization representing horsemen) expires without a new agreement, the terms of the previous contract related to welfare, medical, and retirement plans provided by the horsemen's organization will automatically continue for an additional twelve months from the expiration date. This continuation applies to benefits provided to participants at the racing facility and is funded from a portion of video lottery gaming revenue designated for horsemen's purses.

Committee Categories

Budget and Finance, Business and Industry

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

substituted by s8787 (on 01/28/2026)

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