Illinois Racing Board met June 16

Jul 11, 2022

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Here is the agenda provided by the board:

1. Public Commentary.

2. Request submitted by HAWTHORNE RACECOURSE for approval to vacate live racing on Thursday June 23, 2022.

3. Request submitted by the ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE for approval of organization licenses to conduct pari-mutuel wagering at the Illinois and DuQuoin State Fairs

4. Commissioner Comments.

5. Approval of May 19, 2022, Board Meeting Minutes.

6. Motion to adjourn

https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/irb/Documents/Agendas/June%2016%202022%20IRB%20Agenda.pdf

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