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Maryland Lottery and Gaming FAQ outlines legal online wagering limits

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Source: Maryland Lottery and Gaming (MD)

Maryland Lottery and Gaming says licensed sports wagering and registered online fantasy sports are the only legal real-money online or mobile wagering options currently operating in the state. The FAQ also says any expansion of commercial gambling requires voter approval in a statewide referendum, after approval by the General Assembly to place the question on the ballot.

The FAQ sets out the state’s stated limits on legal online gambling and the process for expansion.

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