HOUSE CONCURRENT RESOLUTION NO. 108

(By Delegates By Delegates Morgan, Stephens, Cann, Butcher, Ferns, Givens, Hall, Hartman, Hatfield, Jones, Martin, Phillips, R., Staggers, Swartzmiller, Talbott, Azinger, Howell, Kump, O’Neal, Nelson, Romine and Storch)

(Originating in the Committee on Government Organization;

February 25, 2011)

Requesting that the Joint Committee on Government and Finance authorize a study of the law governing the West Virginia Racing Commission.

    Whereas, The Commission regulates the industry of racing in this state, providing entertainment and a reliable source of revenue for the state; and

    Whereas, The Legislature is committed to periodically evaluating the various programs and regulations of state agencies to ensure they are appropriate, clear and meet the policy objectives of the governing statutes; and

    Whereas, Competitive racing in this state provides employment, revenue and entertainment and the industry is competitive among the states where nuances in regulatory structures among the states could provide advantages or disadvantages to racing interests in this state; and

    Whereas, The statute governing the West Virginia Racing Commission should be reviewed to consider any appropriate and necessary revisions to the laws and rules governing this industry; therefore, be it

    Resolved by the Legislature of West Virginia:

    That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance is hereby requested to authorize a study of the law governing the West Virginia Racing Commission; and be it

    Further Resolved, That the Joint Committee on Government and Finance report to the Regular Session of the Legislature, 2012, on its findings, conclusions and recommendations, together with drafts of any legislation necessary to effectuate its recommendations and, be it

    Further Resolved, That the Legislative expenses necessary to conduct this study, to prepare a report and to draft necessary legislation be paid from legislative appropriations to the Joint Committee on Government and Finance.