The International Agreement on Breeding, Racing and Wagering is a voluntary agreement designed for the guidance of recognised Racing and Breeding authorities. This report describes the evolution of gambling in Minnesota since 1945, with particular attention to the role of the legislature.The state's racing commission voted to allow HHR at tracks, making the road to legal sports betting in Minnesota muddier. One longtime commissioner called Johnny Johnson and Melanie Benjamin's appointments "revolting," while another said the commission should "move forward." The Minnesota Racing Commission, established pursuant to Minn. Stat. Tribes with casinos have opposed expansion of gambling at the tracks. (NYRA), the operator of Belmont Park. By Joe Perez; April 3, 2024.