A few years later in May of 1975, the first PA Lottery instant game was launched and in March of 1977 we saw the creation of the Daily number, the first of the Lottery’s number drawing games. Racetracks still exist in PA today, however they now operate in partnership with gaming licensees, and the establishments are referred to as ‘racinos’.Īs a result of the passing of Act 91 of 1971 it was decided that PA would begin offering lottery sales, and in March 1972 the first game was launched. In 1963, the Meadows Racetrack opened in southwestern PA, and over the years several other racetracks were established. In 1959, the Race Horse Industry Reform act was passed, paving the way for legalized wagering on horse racing in Pennsylvania. The History of Gambling in Pennsylvania Horse Racing
