Assembly bill · A1725 (2025-26)
Authorizes gambling on professional sporting events and athletic events sponsored by universities or colleges
New York State Assembly
Sponsor: David Weprin (Assembly Member, District 24, Democratic)
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Summary
Authorizes gambling on professional sporting events and athletic events sponsored by universities or colleges at betting facilities located at thoroughbred and harness racetracks operating in this state, in simulcast theaters operated by off-track betting corporations and in any constitutionally authorized casino facility; provides that the proceeds of such gambling be applied exclusively to or in aid or support of education.
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Where it stands
Assigned to a committee for review.
- Introduced
- In committee
- Up for a vote
- Passed one chamber
- Passed
- Enacted
Committee
Racing and Wagering · New York State Assembly
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Full history
- Jan 30, 2026
Referred to committee
OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
NY Assembly
- Jan 8, 2026
To Attorney-general for Opinion
TO ATTORNEY-GENERAL FOR OPINION
NY Assembly
- Jan 7, 2026
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO RACING AND WAGERING
NY Assembly
- Jan 29, 2025
Referred to committee
OPINION REFERRED TO JUDICIARY
NY Assembly
- Jan 15, 2025
To Attorney-general for Opinion
TO ATTORNEY-GENERAL FOR OPINION
NY Assembly
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- Jan 14, 2025
Referred to committee
REFERRED TO RACING AND WAGERING
NY Assembly
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