MD SB538

Authorizes organizations affiliated with professional NFL teams playing home games in Baltimore City to conduct raffles, expanding existing authorization that previously applied only to MLB-affiliated organizations

Extends the termination date for MLB-affiliated organization raffle provisions from June 30, 2026 to May 31, 2031, and changes permits to expire 1 year after issuance rather than at calendar year end

Football game raffle tickets may be sold starting 4.5 hours before kickoff through the third quarter, compared to 1 hour before game time through the seventh inning for baseball raffles

Requires geofencing technology to restrict electronic ticket sales to a defined area around the stadium complex in Baltimore City, with specific boundary streets outlined for both baseball and football venues

Maintains existing restrictions including $50 daily purchase limit per person, age verification for buyers (18+), and prohibition on individuals personally benefiting from raffle proceeds