The future of greyhound racing in West Virginia might be decided without input from state leaders, perhaps ending a debate that has been something of a perennial tar pit for the Legislature.

There's now federal legislation with bipartisan support that would end the industry in the United States, according to a report from West Virginia Watch.

This is particularly relevant to West Virginia, because it's the last state where greyhound racing is legal that still has active tracks. Mardi Gras Casino in Nitro and the Wheeling Island Casino and Track are the only two remaining venues in the entire United States that host dog races.

Numerous campaigns have been waged in years past to eliminate greyhound racing in West Virginia. Ending state financial support for the industry, which would es

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