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Yes: 177 • No: 0
MarylandSB 04532026 Regular SessionSenateWALLET
Horse Racing - Laurel Park - Arabian Breed Racing Authorization
Sponsored By: J.B. Jennings (Republican)
Signed by Governor
Horse RacingCommerce and Business -see also- ElectrComm; ForeignTr; etc.Emergency BillsHealth -see also- COVID19; EnvHlth; MedCon; etc.HorsesLicenses -see also- AB Lic; Certifications; DrLic; PermitsRacingRules and RegulationsSafety -see also- Occupational Safety
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Bill Overview
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Arabian races allowed, with strict limits
Licensees at Pimlico and Laurel Park can run live Arabian horse races. They may hold up to one Arabian race per day and no more than three per meet. Each Arabian race is in addition to, not a replacement for, thoroughbred races, and cannot cut the daily thoroughbred count. The race purse cannot use the thoroughbred purse account; the licensee or a sponsor must fund it. Usual takeout rules apply, and the licensee pays the same taxes and fees as for a thoroughbred race. Each race needs State Racing Commission approval, and the law takes effect immediately as an emergency measure.
Proof required for Arabian race entries
An Arabian breed horse is a purebred Arabian with a valid Arabian Jockey Club of America registry certificate. Only horses with this certificate qualify for Arabian races under Maryland racing law. Owners must show this certificate to enter; horses without it are not eligible.
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Sponsors & Cosponsors
Sponsor
J.B. Jennings
Republican • Senate
Cosponsors
There are no cosponsors for this bill.
Roll Call Votes
House vote • 4/8/2026
Third Reading Passed
Yes: 133 • No: 0 • Other: 5
Senate vote • 3/3/2026
Third Reading Passed
Yes: 44 • No: 0 • Other: 3
Actions Timeline
Approved by the Governor - Chapter 317
4/28/2026Returned Passed
4/9/2026SenateThird Reading Passed (133-0)
4/8/2026HouseFavorable Adopted Second Reading Passed
4/7/2026HouseFavorable Report by Appropriations
4/7/2026HouseHearing 3/25 at 1:00 p.m.
3/21/2026HouseReferred Appropriations
3/4/2026HouseThird Reading Passed (44-0)
3/3/2026SenateSecond Reading Passed
2/27/2026SenateFavorable Adopted
2/27/2026SenateFavorable Report by Budget and Taxation
2/26/2026SenateHearing 2/18 at 1:00 p.m.
2/4/2026SenateFirst Reading Budget and Taxation
2/2/2026Senate
Bill Text
Third Reading
2/27/2026
First Reading
2/2/2026
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