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HB347

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AN ACT relating to wagering.

Amend KRS 230.210 to redefine "receiving track" and "simulcast facility"; amend KRS 230.361 to allow wagering on races previously run at simulcast facilities; amend KRS 230.3615 to establish the minimum wager at a simulcast facility; amend KRS 230.278 to conform; amend KRS 230.380 to allow a track to transfer its ability to establish 1 simulcast facility; prohibit a simulcast facility from being established within 40 miles of a licensed track; require 13.5% of the commission at a simulcast facility to be retained by the track or person owning the simulcast facility.

Gaming And WageringHorses and Horse RacingLicensingState Agencies

Introduced: January 13, 2026

Last action: January 21, 2026

To Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)
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Legislative History

Jan 13, 2026 · House
Introduced In House
Jan 13, 2026 · House
To Committee On Committees (H)
Jan 21, 2026 · House
To Licensing, Occupations, & Administrative Regulations (H)

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William Lawrence

Representative · House District 070

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William.Lawrence@kylegislature.gov
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