| (a) The commission may not grant overlapping live race dates for the same breed of horse at Class 1 racetracks unless the overlapping is agreed to in writing by the affected Class 1 racetracks. (b) For any year in which there are less than three Class 1 racetracks in Texas holding final non-appealable licenses, the commission shall allocate to each such racetrack at least 17 consecutive weeks of live thoroughbred racing and at least 17 consecutive weeks of live quarter horse racing, unless otherwise agreed to by the appropriate breed registry. Each week of live racing shall consist of a minimum of four consecutive race days. If a Class 1 racetrack informs the commission in writing that it does not desire the full number of weeks of racing for either breed, the commission may allocate the extra weeks to another racetrack.
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