Sen. Guy Guzzone Archives • The Racing Biz

Frank Vespe / 10 months

4 min read

Maryland budget negotiators on Friday unexpectedly decided to sunset the state’s Thoroughbred Racetrack Operating Authority.

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“Hot potato” Pimlico Plus bill moving towards passage

Frank Vespe / 2 years
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6 min read

An amended version of the Pimlico Plus legislation began a sprint to the finish line, passing quickly through the Senate en route to House consideration.

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