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MD HB1587

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/15/2026

Primary Sponsor

Edith Patterson

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Origin

House of Delegates

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Removes the 54-card limit on handheld bingo devices, allowing players to play unlimited bingo cards simultaneously on these devices

  • Doubles the maximum number of electronic instant bingo machines that licensed entities may operate, from the number in operation on February 28, 2008 to twice that amount

  • Eliminates the requirement to print a paper ticket for each instant bingo game played, making paper tickets optional only when a player requests one

  • Requires the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission to adopt regulations implementing these changes

  • Takes effect July 1, 2026

Legislative Description

Gaming - Electronic Instant Bingo Machines - Operation and Maximum Number of Machines

Rules and Regulations

Last Action

Hearing 3/17 at 1:00 p.m.

3/11/2026

Committee Referrals

Ways and Means3/10/2026
Rules and Executive Nominations2/15/2026

Full Bill Text

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