In the first step towards passing legislation that would legalize online poker like the state of Nevada, or a full cadre of online wagering like Delaware, Maryland on October 1 legalized online fantasy sports wagering. Maryland’s about face on the issue came about as a way to clear the air on what was currently a very uncertain and confusing state of affairs regarding popular fantasy sports played online for money in The Old Line State. Federal legislation seems to allow for online fantasy sports betting, but in the past Maryland has ruled the practice as illegal, while turning a blind eye on participants.
Will Maryland Be The Next State To Legalize Online Casinos?
Connecticut, Delaware, Michigan, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and West Virginia are currently the seven states in the USA that permit domestic online casino gambling. Gaming bills are circulating in the Maryland legislature that, if passed, would make the Free State the eighth to allow web-based casinos. These operations will include live dealer studios that …