[Congressional Bills 116th Congress]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office]
[H. Res. 1015 Introduced in House (IH)]

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116th CONGRESS
  2d Session
H. RES. 1015

   Resolution recognizing all speedways as essential businesses and 
   calling on local authorities and governors to work with racetrack 
     owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.


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                    IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES

                             June 22, 2020

 Mr. Walker submitted the following resolution; which was referred to 
                  the Committee on Energy and Commerce

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                               RESOLUTION


 
   Resolution recognizing all speedways as essential businesses and 
   calling on local authorities and governors to work with racetrack 
     owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races immediately.

Whereas there are over 1,200 racetracks in the country;
Whereas the racing industry contributes a significant number of jobs across 
        several sectors including automobile manufacturing and food services, a 
        vital source of economic growth, at a time when the unemployment rate 
        was most recently reported at 13.3 percent;
Whereas the racing industry has a long history of providing entertainment 
        throughout the United States;
Whereas racetrack owners and stakeholders have indicated a willingness to comply 
        with appropriate health safety standards in order to continue races 
        while maintaining social distancing protocols;
Whereas health experts have stated the risk of COVID-19 infection is 
        significantly lower outdoors;
Whereas racetrack venues range from 500 to 1,500 acres, ensuring space to 
        accommodate social distancing protocols; and
Whereas inconsistent reopening plans have led to several racetracks being forced 
        to close and cancel events, triggering thousands of dollars in lost 
        investments: Now, therefore, be it
    Resolved, That the House of Representatives--
            (1) recognizes all speedways as essential businesses; and
            (2) calls on local authorities and Governors to work with 
        racetrack owners and stakeholders to commence outdoor races 
        immediately.
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