Shout out to Iowa State Senate

Justin Graham · 05-06-2025, 02:05 PM

This a GREAT thing that a STATE SENATE is on the verge of getting a bill signed that could set a precedence for other states to follow. An incredible example of when the correct amount of effort and pragmatic thoughtfulness gets put to use.

The Iowa State Senate passed a bill (HF 645) that protects established race tracks from nuisance lawsuits by surrounding property owners. This means that racetracks that were operating before new development or purchases occurred in the surrounding area will not be able to be sued for noise complaints or other nuisance issues. The bill was passed with strong bipartisan support, with the House voting 92-0 with eight abstentions and the Senate voting 45-0 with five abstentions. The bill was sent to the governor for signature in early May, hopefully soon.

This bill's primary point is to prevent lawsuits from new residents or developers against race tracks that were operating before their arrival. The protection applies to racetracks that were already in operation before the surrounding property was purchased or developed. The bill passed the legislature with overwhelming support, indicating a broad consensus on the need to protect established race tracks. The bill is seen as important for preserving the state's motorsports heritage and supporting the local economy associated with racetracks

This is a good starting point to make a case for our tracks around the country. All it takes is one successful push and some will likely follow. Its worth a shot, right?!

MR DERBY CITY · 05-06-2025, 03:14 PM

Absolutely AMAZING what can be accomplished when common sense takes over …..

J.R. Haddad · 05-06-2025, 07:01 PM

M.J. You are absolutely correct. But, as my late Father used to remind
me, "Son, it is not common sense, it is rare sense."

Jim

Justin Graham · 05-07-2025, 01:00 PM

Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed HF 645 into law. It’s a legitimate law now! The attached article is an interesting read and worth the few minutes to do so. It offers a little insight as to what tracks, of any type, have to deal with just to operate legally.

https://www.desmoinesregister.com/st...s/83413905007/

05-06-2025, 02:05 PM	#1
Justin Graham Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Montclair, Ca Posts: 108 Likes: 135 Liked 512 Times in 71 Posts	Shout out to Iowa State Senate This a GREAT thing that a STATE SENATE is on the verge of getting a bill signed that could set a precedence for other states to follow. An incredible example of when the correct amount of effort and pragmatic thoughtfulness gets put to use. The Iowa State Senate passed a bill (HF 645) that protects established race tracks from nuisance lawsuits by surrounding property owners. This means that racetracks that were operating before new development or purchases occurred in the surrounding area will not be able to be sued for noise complaints or other nuisance issues. The bill was passed with strong bipartisan support, with the House voting 92-0 with eight abstentions and the Senate voting 45-0 with five abstentions. The bill was sent to the governor for signature in early May, hopefully soon. This bill's primary point is to prevent lawsuits from new residents or developers against race tracks that were operating before their arrival. The protection applies to racetracks that were already in operation before the surrounding property was purchased or developed. The bill passed the legislature with overwhelming support, indicating a broad consensus on the need to protect established race tracks. The bill is seen as important for preserving the state's motorsports heritage and supporting the local economy associated with racetracks This is a good starting point to make a case for our tracks around the country. All it takes is one successful push and some will likely follow. Its worth a shot, right?! __________________ 7350 Stock Eliminator Quite possibly the only member to REDLIGHT their join date

05-06-2025, 03:14 PM	#2
MR DERBY CITY VIP Member Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: Derby City, USA Posts: 3,607 Likes: 1,068 Liked 7,781 Times in 1,494 Posts	Re: Shout out to Iowa State Senate Absolutely AMAZING what can be accomplished when common sense takes over …..

05-06-2025, 07:01 PM	#3
J.R. Haddad Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Posts: 779 Likes: 918 Liked 1,442 Times in 305 Posts	Re: Shout out to Iowa State Senate M.J. You are absolutely correct. But, as my late Father used to remind me, "Son, it is not common sense, it is rare sense." Jim

05-07-2025, 01:00 PM	#4
Justin Graham Member Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Montclair, Ca Posts: 108 Likes: 135 Liked 512 Times in 71 Posts	Re: Shout out to Iowa State Senate Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds signed HF 645 into law. It’s a legitimate law now! The attached article is an interesting read and worth the few minutes to do so. It offers a little insight as to what tracks, of any type, have to deal with just to operate legally. https://www.desmoinesregister.com/st...s/83413905007/ __________________ 7350 Stock Eliminator Quite possibly the only member to REDLIGHT their join date

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