No person shall construct, establish or own a horse racetrack or satellite facility where pari-mutuel wagering is permitted, unless he has obtained an owner’s license issued by the Commission in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.No person shall operate pari-mutuel wagering or conduct any race meeting at which wagering is permitted with his knowledge or acquiescence, unless he has obtained an operator’s license issued by the Commission in accordance with the provisions of this chapter.No person to whom an owner’s or operator’s license has been issued nor any officer, director, partner, or spouse or immediate family member thereof shall make any contribution to any candidate for public office or public office holder at the local or state level.No license issued under the provisions of this chapter shall be transferable.

History

1988, c. 855; 1991, c. 591; 1992, c. 820.