MD SB884

Authorizes the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission to issue licenses for internet skill-based gaming (including poker, backgammon, and chess) to video lottery operators, sports wagering licensees, businesses with 100+ Maryland employees, and majority minority-owned applicants

Sets initial license fees at $1,000,000 ($500,000 for minority-owned applicants) with 5-year terms, and requires licensees to retain 70% of proceeds while distributing 30% to state funds including the Blueprint for Maryland's Future Fund, Purse Dedication Account (6%), and Problem Gambling Fund (1%)

Restricts participation to individuals 21 years or older, prohibits credit card use for gaming transactions, and requires mandatory deposit limits, temporary self-suspension options, and a voluntary exclusion list for problem gamblers

Requires licensees to submit diversity plans within 30 days of licensing, comply with minority business enterprise participation goals, and enter labor peace agreements with unions representing gaming workers

Authorizes the Governor to enter multijurisdictional internet gaming agreements with other governments and requires annual reporting on gaming operations, problem gambling impacts, and effects on existing video lottery facilities