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Executive order allows tracks to have limited number of patrons
Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan on Sept. 28 issued an amended executive order that allows racetracks to reopen to patrons subject to applicable local orders, state Department of Health directives on COVID-19 mitigation, and capacity limitations.
The order, which is effective immediately, follows the reopening of casinos and off-track betting facilities in late June. Live racing commenced at Laurel Park May 30 after a more than two-month shutdown but the facility has remained closed to the public with the exception of racehorse owners.
The executive order lists Laurel, Pimlico Race Course, the Maryland State Fair at Timonium, Fair Hill Races, Rosecroft Raceway and Casino at Ocean Downs as eligible to open to the public.
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