Video Lottery Operation License - Renewal
Sponsor: Eric Ebersole (District 44A)Committee: Ways and MeansSubject: GamingStatus: Hearing 2/25 at 1:00 p.m. (as of Nov 6, 2020)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Altering the number of years before the end of the term of a video lottery operation license that a licensee is required to provide certain notice of intent to renew the license and is authorized to apply for renewal; providing for a 15-year term for a renewed license; requiring the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission to renew a certain license unless the Commission finds the licensee is no longer qualified; requiring the Commission, before denying an application, to provide a licensee an opportunity for a hearing; etc.
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Testimony (3)
MGA witness listFAV 1FavorableFWA 2Favorable with amendments
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Delegate Ebersole, Delegate Ebersolelegislator | Individual | Oral + Written (PDF) |
| FWA | Harting, Martalobbyist | MD Live! Casino | Position only |
| FWA | Watson, Kerrylobbyist | MGM National Harbor | Position only |
Organizations on record
MD Live! CasinoFWA 1
MGM National HarborFWA 1
Registered lobbyists who testified
FWAHarting, MartaMD Live! CasinoRegistered for: Abbott Laboratories; Annie E. Casey Foundation, Inc., The; Asurion Insurance Services, Inc.; Baltimore Community Foundation; Baltimore Gas and Electric Company; Baltimore Public Markets Corporation…