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Lengthy Purse Dispute Resolved in New Jersey

A battle over purse supplements for a New Jersey harness track that dates back to 2008 was resolved with the Feb. 6 announcement that purses at Freehold Raceway will increase by almost $5 million over the next year.

 Sunday, February 07, 2010
New Jersey Senate OKs Purse Subsidy

New Jersey Senate OKs Purse Subsidy

The New Jersey legislature has approved a deal whereby Atlantic City casinos will pay the horseracing and breeding industry $90 million over three years in return for a guarantee the tracks won't pursue video lottery terminals during the period.

 Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Governor: Help on Its Way for New Jersey Horse Industry

Governor: Help on Its Way for New Jersey Horse Industry

Two weeks before the Breeders' Cup World Championships at Monmouth Park, New Jersey Gov. Jon Corzine said he would support financial assistance for the state's horse racing and breeding industries.

 Saturday, October 13, 2007

Prospects for Maryland Purse Subsidy Seem Bright

Thoroughbred and Standardbred racing in Maryland probably will receive an infusion of about $4.5 million in the fiscal year beginning July 1 as the result of a recent flurry of activity in the General Assembly.

 Tuesday, March 26, 2002