The Thoroughbred Racing Initiative — an industry collaboration created to fight for live horse racing in Florida and elsewhere in the United States — officially launched today.
In a pivotal development for Florida’s horse racing industry, Governor Ron DeSantis has publicly opposed proposed decoupling legislation that would allow Gulfstream Park to operate its casino without hosting live horse races. Speaking at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales (OBS) April sale, DeSantis emphasized his commitment to protecting Florida’s signature industries, stating he would not favor legislation that could harm them.
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In a pivotal development for Florida’s horse racing industry, Governor Ron DeSantis has publicly opposed proposed decoupling legislation that would allow Gulfstream Park to operate its casino without hosting live horse races. Speaking at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales (OBS) April sale, DeSantis emphasized his commitment to protecting Florida’s signature industries, stating he would not favor legislation that could harm them.
In a pivotal development for Florida’s horse racing industry, Governor Ron DeSantis has publicly opposed proposed decoupling legislation that would allow Gulfstream Park to operate its casino without hosting live horse races. Speaking at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales (OBS) April sale, DeSantis emphasized his commitment to protecting Florida’s signature industries, stating he would not favor legislation that could harm them.
In a pivotal development for Florida’s horse racing industry, Governor Ron DeSantis has publicly opposed proposed decoupling legislation that would allow Gulfstream Park to operate its casino without hosting live horse races. Speaking at the Ocala Breeders’ Sales (OBS) April sale, DeSantis emphasized his commitment to protecting Florida’s signature industries, stating he would not favor legislation that could harm them.
The Thoroughbred Racing Initiative — an industry collaboration created to fight for live horse racing in Florida and elsewhere in the United States — officially launched today.
Excerpts from TRI senior advisor Damon Thayer’s conversation with Steve Byk on At The Races with Steve Byk satellite radio show Monday, May 5:
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Excerpts from TRI senior advisor Damon Thayer’s conversation with Steve Byk on At The Races with Steve Byk satellite radio show Monday, May 5:
A turning point: How racing defeated decoupling in Florida Read More »
Excerpts from TRI senior advisor Damon Thayer’s conversation with Steve Byk on At The Races with Steve Byk satellite radio show Monday, May 5:
We have been informed that the decoupling issue is going nowhere in the Florida Legislature’s current session. We want to thank Senators Danny Burgess, Jason Brodeur, Stan McClain and others for taking the time to listen to our coalition, our concerns and the historical context where gaming licenses were forged from a partnership between racetracks and the horsemen.
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