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Amherst County: Off-track pari-mutuel wagering at satellite facilities

On the ballot in
Amherst County
Vote
Yes or no
Election
Nov 3, 2026

The question, as printed on the ballot

Shall pari-mutuel wagering be permitted in Amherst County at satellite facilities in accordance with Chapter 29 (§ 59.1-364 et seq.) of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia?

A “Yes” vote means

A yes vote permits pari-mutuel wagering at satellite facilities in Amherst County under Chapter 29 of Title 59.1 of the Code of Virginia.

A “No” vote means

A no vote means pari-mutuel wagering at satellite facilities is not permitted in Amherst County under this referendum.

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