Delegation backs amendment to HB887 to earmark $200,000 for Fair Hill purses, preserves Perryville allocation Delegates discussed an amended HB887 that would place a statewide $200,000 'off‑the‑top' Video Lottery Terminal set‑aside for purses at Fair Hill for FY27–29; leaders said the amendment preserves Perryville’s $70,000 direct payment while adding money for races and urged continued coordination on recipient entity and fiscal projections.

A new amendment aims to secure $200,000 for race purses at Fair Hill while ensuring Perryville's funding remains intact—can this boost local racing and community support?

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Maryland allocates $28.9M for racing commission and facility redevelopment Maryland's budget bill approves $28.9 million for racing and redevelopment projects.

Maryland's House Bill 350 is set to pour nearly $29 million into the racing industry, igniting a fierce debate on its economic implications and priorities.

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