California CodesBusiness and Professions Code - BPCDivision 8 — Special Business RegulationsChapter 4 — Horse RacingArticle 9.2 — Satellite WageringSection 19605.54
Any racetrack in the central zone that conducted racing in 2007 but that has since closed may continue to conduct satellite wagering. If the racetrack site is no longer available for use as a satellite wagering facility, then the owner of the racetrack may conduct satellite racing at another location within that city, subject to approval by the board. If the owners of the racetrack which last conducted racing at that facility determine that they do not wish to operate a satellite wagering facility, then any other racetrack conducting racing in that zone may instead be authorized to open a satellite wagering facility. If there is no other racing association that wishes to operate a satellite wagering facility in that city, then any other person or entity may seek the approval of the board to operate a satellite wagering facility in that city. The board, prior to granting its approval, shall conduct a hearing on the issue, and afford parties the opportunity to be heard.
Notes
Allows a central-zone racetrack that raced in 2007 and later closed to continue satellite wagering. If its site is unavailable, the owner may move within the city with board approval; if the owner declines, another zone racetrack may be authorized, and if none is willing, another person or entity may seek approval, with a board hearing required before approval.
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