Bus. & Prof. Code, § 19401 · Article 1. General Provisions and Definitions
Bus. & Prof. Code, § 19401
Text — As published in the Legislative Counsel's database, tables dated October 18, 2026 (pubinfo_2025.zip)
The intent of this chapter is to allow parimutuel wagering on horse races, while:
(a) Assuring protection of the public.
(b) Encouraging agriculture and the breeding of horses in this state.
(c) Providing for maximum expansion of horse racing opportunities in the public interest.
(d) Providing uniformity of regulation for each type of horse racing.
Notes and commentary — not statutory text
History
Amended by Stats. 2010, Ch. 272, Sec. 1. (AB 2792) Effective January 1, 2011.
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