Texas Racing Commission Annual Report: 2005 Page: 2
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TEXAS RACING COMMISSION
P. O..BOX 12080
AUSTIN, TEXAS 78711-2080
(512) 833-6699
FAX (512) 833-6907
January 31, 2006
The Honorable Rick Perry
Governor of the State of Texas
State Capitol, Room 200.
Austin, Texas 78701
Dear Governor Perry:
On behalf of the Commissioners and staff, I am pleased to submit the 2005 Annual
Report of the Texas Racing Commission in accordance with Section 3.10 of the Texas
Racing Act, Vernon's Texas Civil Statutes.
This report covers the activities of the Commission, providing statistics, comparisons, and
information relating to all aspects of the Texas greyhound and horse racing programs and
breeding programs.
Unfortunately, the statistics are not promising. Although Texas' racing was showcased to
the world in 2004 when Lone Star Park at Grand Prairie was host to the prestigious
Breeders' Cup races and the state reaped true economic benefits estimated at over $50
million, the momentum was not enough to overcome the stark reality facing the industry.
The proliferation of illegal telephone and internet gaming continues to affect the potential
and profitability of the industry and the State of Texas by operating outside the bounds of
Texas' law. Additionally, the fact that the state is now totally surrounded by expanded
wagering opportunities in Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Arkansas and Mexico
continues to thwart the growth of this industry that provides thousands of jobs to Texans.
The Commissioners and staff remain determined and dedicated to providing effective,
efficient regulation of this industry. We thank you for the opportunity to serve you and the
citizens of our great state.
Respectfully submitted,
R. Dy e Rogers
Chair
RDR:mjcTEXAS RACING COMMISSION - 2005 ANNUAL REPORT
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