SB 23-165

Senate Bill 23-165, which has been approved by the governor and will take effect on August 7, 2023, extends the operations of the Colorado racing commission and the division of racing events until September 1, 2032. It also updates some definitions related to in-state simulcast facilities and removes redundant inspection requirements for greyhound kennels that are already covered by the department of agriculture. This bill affects the horse racing industry and animal welfare regulations in Colorado. Since it has been signed into law, these changes will be implemented starting August 7th.

Official Summary

The act implements recommendations of the department of regulatory agencies in its sunset review and report on the division of racing events (division) and the Colorado racing commission (commission) in the department of revenue. Specifically: The division and the commission are continued 9 years from the current repeal date of September 1, 2023, until September 1, 2032; Certain language from the definition of the term "in-state simulcast facility" is relocated, with amendments; and Certain greyhound kennel inspection requirements that have become redundant with inspection requirements imposed upon the department of agriculture are repealed. APPROVED by Governor June 2, 2023 EFFECTIVE August 7, 2023 NOTE: This act was passed without a safety clause and takes effect 90 days after sine die. (Note: This summary applies to this bill as enacted.)

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