MD HB1409

Maryland Department of Health must conduct a new prevalence study on problem and pathological mobile gambling, with the initial study completed by July 1, 2031, and replication studies every 5 years thereafter

Fantasy competition operators' retained proceeds reduced from 85% to 84%, with 1% of proceeds now directed to the Problem Gambling Fund

Sports wagering facility licensees (Class A and B) retain 84% instead of 85%, and mobile sports wagering licensees retain 79% instead of 80%, with 1% of all sports wagering proceeds directed to the Problem Gambling Fund

Secretary of Health must submit annual reports to the General Assembly beginning November 1, 2027, detailing how Problem Gambling Fund money has been spent on treatment and prevention programs

Effective date: July 1, 2026