TRENTON, N.J. (AP) — New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie has vetoed the state Racing Commission’s decision to hold full racing schedules at the Meadowlands and Monmouth Park racetracks next year.
Christie said Wednesday it would be inappropriate to approve the schedules while lawmakers continue to review proposals to reduce the state government’s role in operating horse racing.
The Racing Commission had approved 141-day schedules for thoroughbreds at Monmouth and harness racing at the Meadowlands.
Harness racing leader Tom Luchento says Christie’s veto was mostly a procedural move.
The harness association has been negotiating with the Republican administration on a deal to lease the Meadowlands from the state for live racing starting next month.
