In the first decoupling clash of the 2026 legislative session, bill sponsor Adam Anderson continues to promote decoupling as a way to “preserve the industry” in Florida.

BY CHELSEA HACKBARTH, EDITOR-IN-CHIEF, THE PAULICK REPORT
USED WITH PERMISSION FROM THE PAULICK REPORT

Here we go again.

The legislative battle against decoupling in the state of Florida began in earnest on Jan. 14 when HB 881 was heard in the House Subcommittee on Industries and Professional Activities. 

Despite less than 48 hours’ notice that the bill would be heard in committee, multiple members of the racing industry were present at the hearing. Public comment was put forward from Nick de Meric, Lonny Powell, David O’Farrell, Tom Ventura, Steve Koch and three other horsemen who waved in opposition to the bill…

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