Pennsylvania bans greyhound racing simulcasting

One week ago today, the Pennsylvania legislature passed House Bill 67, prohibiting the broadcast of greyhound racing from tracks in other states (article below).

On July 7, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Corbett signed House Bill 67 into law.

Congratulations and gratitude to Citizens Against Greyhound Racing for their hard work to make this happen.

And sincere thanks to state Rep. Curt Schroder for sponsoring this humane legislation!

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Legislature bans greyhound race broadcasts
Daily Local News, Chester County - July 1, 2011

A bill prohibiting the simulcasting of greyhound racing in Pennsylvania is on its way to the governor.

Greyhound racing is illegal in Pennsylvania, and House Bill 67 would prohibit greyhound races in other states from being aired in Pennsylvania.

Specifically, the bill prevents any person or business from financially benefiting from the transmission or receipt of interstate or intrastate simulcasting of greyhound races.

The House approved the legislation in February. The Senate unanimously passed the bill Wednesday. Gov. Tom Corbett is expected to sign the bill, which is sponsored by state Rep. Curt Schroder, R-155th of East Brandywine.

“As the owner of rescued greyhounds, I have seen the devastating effect the racing industry has had on these dogs,” Schroder said in a statement. “They make fine pets and it is gratifying to me to know that Pennsylvania will not be supporting an industry that abuses and neglects these sweet and gentle animals.”

Under the bill, anyone found to violate the law could face civil penalties of up to $10,000.