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HB 1240·MD·house

Sports Wagering - Wagers on Historical Horse Races - Authorization

Passed One ChamberFiled Feb 11, 2026
Sponsor: Fair
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In the House - Reassigned to Ways and Means

Mar 5, 2026

Summary

The legislation revises the definition of a “sporting event” to add historical horse races, allowing sports wagering licensees to accept bets on those races from patrons who are physically present. It also outlines how the wagering proceeds will be allocated to state accounts and requires voter approval through a referendum. The measure has passed the House and is now referred to the Ways and Means Committee.

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