Gaming - Definition of 'Own' - Alterations
Sponsor: Pamela Beidle (District 32)Committee: Budget and TaxationSubject: GamingStatus: Hearing 4/02 at 1:00 p.m. (as of Sep 4, 2026)
What this bill does
Official synopsis
Altering the definition of 'own' for purposes of certain provisions of law governing the operation of video lottery facilities and the conduct of sports wagering to exclude certain non-voting interests in the property or business of an applicant or licensee under certain circumstances.
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Testimony (8)
MGA witness listFAV 7FavorableUNF 1Unfavorable
| Position | Witness | Organization | Testimony |
|---|---|---|---|
| FAV | Beskid EdD, Jennifer | MD Lottery and Gaming | Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Beidle, Pamela | Individual | Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Beidle, Pamela | Individual | Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Maddox, Leigh | Individual | Oral + Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Maddox, Leigh | Individual | Oral + Written (PDF) |
| FAV | Senator Beidle, Senator Beidlelegislator | Individual | Oral |
| FAV | Senator Beidle, Senator Beidlelegislator | Individual | Oral |
| UNF | Metz, Phil | Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency | Oral |