Local Assemblywoman to Head Racing and Wagering Committee
New York State Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner was recently appointed to the Assembly’s Racing and Wagering Committee. Photo provided.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — New York State Assemblywoman Carrie Woerner, whose district includes Saratoga Springs and other parts of Saratoga County, was appointed the new chair of the Assembly Racing and Wagering Committee last week by Speaker Carl E. Heastie.
“The racing and wagering industry is deeply woven into the fabric of my district and plays a vital role in the economies of both our local communities and the entire state of New York,” Woerner said in a news release. “The potential for growth in this sector is immense, with far-reaching benefits that include supporting small businesses, providing equine therapy for veterans and others in need, and channeling wager revenue to fund education for our children. I look forward to showcasing how this powerful economic engine positively impacts so many individuals and communities.”
Woerner previously served on the Racing and Wagering Committee and currently represents both the Saratoga Race Course and the Saratoga Casino Hotel’s harness track.
Other members of the committee include Scott Bendett, Michael Durso, Jeff Gallahan, Paula Elaine Kay, Stacey Pheffer Amato, Angelo Santabarbara, Nader J. Sayegh, Michaelle C. Solages, Clyde Vanel, and Jordan J.G. Wright.