Local approval for simulcasting.

SF 45 requires local governments (cities, towns, or counties) to approve simulcasting permits for pari-mutuel wagering on horse races before the state commission can issue them. This directly affects businesses operating simulcast wagering locations, including historic horse racing terminals, by mandating local review and approval processes. Key provisions include requiring written objections with specific justifications (e.g., land use or public safety impacts) within 30 days, a 30-day meeting timeline for local authorities to address concerns, and restrictions on operating hours aligned with alcohol sales rules. The bill aims to balance state-level wagering regulation with local community input on where these facilities can operate.