PREVIEW - SENATE WAGERING & TOURISM COMMITTEE TO HOLD HEARING AT MONMOUTH PARK

OCEANPORT – In an effort to gain understanding of the issues affecting the horse racing industry in New Jersey, the Senate Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee will hear from stakeholders at a meeting at Monmouth Park Racetrack on Friday, May 9, the opening day for the track’s 2008 season.

“Horse racing is a billion dollar industry in New Jersey, drawing visitors from around the region to our world-class tracks and off-track wagering sites,” said Senator Jim Whelan, D-Atlantic, the Chair of the Committee. “However, even with all the success of horse racing in the Garden State, the industry needs State intervention to remain competitive. I look forward to listening to the ideas and concerns of the people working to ensure that horse racing maintains its competitive edge in New Jersey.”

The hearing will take place at the Garden Room at Monmouth Park Racetrack, at 10:00 AM.

WHO: The Senate Wagering, Tourism and Historic Preservation Committee, invited guests

WHAT: Hearing on issues concerning the horse racing industry in New Jersey

WHERE: Garden Room at Monmouth Park Racetrack, Oceanport Ave., Oceanport, NJ

WHEN: 10:00 AM on May 9, 2008