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CA SB1294

CA SB1294
Horse racing: out-of-state thoroughbred races: Japan Cup.


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Introduced
02/20/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead

Introduced Session

2025-2026 Regular Session

Bill Summary

An act to amend Section 19596.2 of the Business and Professions Code, relating to horse racing.

AI Summary

This bill amends existing California law to allow thoroughbred racing associations and fairs to accept wagers on out-of-state thoroughbred races, including distributing their audiovisual signals, without needing consent from horsemen's organizations or considering purse amounts. Currently, there's a limit of 75 imported races per day when live racing is happening in California, but this bill carves out an exception, exempting races that are part of the "Japan Cup" race card from this daily limit, meaning more races from this specific international event can be broadcast and wagered on in California.

Sponsors (1)

Last Action

Read first time. (on 02/23/2026)

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