Texas 2009 - 81st Regular

Texas House Bill HB3839

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Out of Senate Committee
 
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Caption

Relating to establishing the Texas Derby.

Impact

The introduction of the Texas Derby aims to elevate the profile of horse racing in Texas and provide a competitive stage specifically for Texas-bred horses. By amending the Texas Racing Act, it encourages the development of a focused racing culture within the state, which could bolster economic activity in related sectors such as tourism and agriculture, particularly in areas where racetracks are located. The annual allocation of $3 million from the state commission for the Texas Derby purse fund indicates significant investment in promoting this new racing event.

Summary

House Bill 3839 proposes the establishment of the Texas Derby, an annual grade 1 stakes race for Texas-bred thoroughbred and quarter horses. It directs the racing commission to determine the race's date and location, ensuring it takes place at various class 1 racetracks on a rotating basis. A key component of this legislation is the setup of qualifying races, which will allow for the selection of eligible horses based on specific criteria, including breed and age.

Contention

While the bill seems to generally receive support for its potential to enhance the horse racing industry, it could lead to discussions around funding and resource allocation for the racing commission. There may be concerns regarding how the purse fund is managed and whether the focus on state-bred racehorses might overshadow broader initiatives within the Texas racing landscape. Stakeholders in various sectors may have differing opinions on the impact of such financial commitments on other racing events and the dispersal of state funds.

Companion Bills

No companion bills found.

Previously Filed As

TX HB4115

Relating to eligibility for membership on and the regulation of horse racing by the Texas Racing Commission and a prohibition on the conduct of greyhound or other dog racing as live events in this state; creating a criminal offense; authorizing a fee.

TX HB2550

Relating to the elimination of certain tax proceeds deposited to and the allocation of the horse industry escrowed purse account.

TX HJR97

Proposing a constitutional amendment to foster economic development and job growth, provide tax relief and funding for education and public safety programs, and reform and support the horse racing industry by authorizing casino gaming at destination resorts, creating the Texas Gaming Commission, authorizing sports wagering, requiring a license to conduct casino gaming, and requiring the imposition of a gaming and sports wagering tax and license application fees.

TX HJR155

Proposing a constitutional amendment to foster economic development and job growth, provide tax relief and funding for education and public safety programs, support the horse racing industry, and reform horse racing and greyhound racing by authorizing casino gaming at destination resorts, authorizing sports wagering, authorizing Tribal-State compacts with federally recognized Indian tribes, and creating the Texas Gaming Commission to regulate casino gaming and sports wagering; requiring a license to conduct casino gaming; and requiring the imposition of a casino gaming tax, sports wagering tax, and license application fees.

TX HB2843

Relating to the authorization, licensing, and regulation of casino gaming and sports wagering in this state, to the creation, powers, and duties of the Texas Gaming Commission, to the support of the horse racing industry and reform of horse racing and greyhound racing, and to other provisions related to gambling; imposing and authorizing administrative and civil penalties; imposing taxes; imposing and authorizing fees; requiring occupational licenses; creating criminal offenses.

TX SJR17

Proposing a constitutional amendment to foster economic development and job growth and to provide tax relief and funding for education and public safety by creating the Texas Gaming Commission, authorizing and regulating casino gaming at a limited number of destination resorts and facilities licensed by the commission, authorizing sports wagering, requiring occupational licenses to conduct casino gaming, and requiring the imposition of a tax.

TX HB4100

Relating to the regulation of wagering through telephone, the Internet, or other approved electronic means on horse races and greyhound races under the pari-mutuel system of wagering; requiring a license to operate account wagering; requiring a fee.

TX HB4559

Relating to the application of statutes that classify political subdivisions according to population.

TX HB7

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Border Force, and to compensate persons affected by those threats; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.

TX HB61

Relating to measures to address public safety threats in this state presented by transnational criminal activity, including by establishing a Texas Border Force, and to compensate persons affected by those threats; increasing criminal penalties; creating criminal offenses.

Similar Bills

No similar bills found.