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US lawmakers propose nationwide greyhound racing ban affecting West Virginia tracks

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A bipartisan federal bill, the Greyhound Protection Act of 2025, would prohibit greyhound racing nationwide, including at West Virginia’s two remaining tracks. The article reports that 487 greyhounds were injured, 162 suffered broken bones and 13 died at the state’s two tracks in 2024, citing state records. Opponents say the tracks support jobs and public revenue; the bill’s status is not stated.

A nationwide ban would affect the two West Virginia casinos that offer live greyhound racing.

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