Plainville, MA — A bill that was introduced as a result of the FY25 budget proposal by the Governor and Senate of Massachusetts which would have severely impacted the Race Horse Development Fund in the state, was defeated last week.

This was accomplished in part by the unified support of the hard working horsemen and women who race at Plainridge Park, many of whom are associated with the Standardbred Owners of Massachusetts.

The SOM would like to thank all our members who made calls and sent letters to our representatives in government, whose combined efforts and support helped to preserve our breeder’s fund and purse structure, so racing in the state can continue to grow and remain strong.

The SOM would also like to thank Pilgrim Strategies for their hard work on our behalf, in order to achieve this positive outcome.