H.R. 6158 · 109th Congress

To amend the Interstate Horseracing Act of 1978 to require, as a condition to the consent for off-track wagering, that horsemen's groups and host racing commissions offer insurance coverage for professional jockeys and other horseracing personnel, and for other purposes.

Stage
In committee
Sponsor
Ed Whitfield
Introduced
2006-09-21
Latest action
2006-10-02 · Referred to the Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Consumer Protection.

Subjects

Athletes
Civil actions and liability
Law
Sports and recreation
Commerce
Animals
Gambling
Labor and Employment
Drug abuse
Drugs and athletes
Steroids
Horse racing
Horses
Drug testing
Contracts
Workers' compensation
Protection of animals