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Jockey Club, horsemen and breeders outline industry operations, jobs and community ties

Appropriations Committee · January 21, 2026
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The Maryland Jockey Club, Thoroughbred Horsemen's Association, breeders and regional track operators described operations, workforce programs, community outreach and the economic footprint of thoroughbred and standardbred racing.

Bill Knopf, president and general manager of the Maryland Jockey Club, said the nonprofit Maryland Jockey Club began operating in January 2025 and is managing Laurel Park operations this year; he said the organization seeks to grow attendance and wagering and supported programming that engages local communities with promotions and events. "We immediately began operating Laurel Park... In '25, we showed a 14% increase in the per average…

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