Lawmakers and industry spar over bill to authorize historical horse‑racing machines and expand VLT access for off‑track venues At a joint committee briefing, lawmakers, OTB operators and casino representatives debated Senate Bill 639, which would authorize historical horse‑racing (HHR) machines and allow additional video lottery terminals (VLTs) or HHRs at off‑track betting sites; witnesses urged a summer market study and chairs noted constitutional limits likely require a referendum.

A fierce debate is heating up in Maryland as lawmakers and industry leaders clash over a bill that could reshape the future of off-track betting and historical horse racing.

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Maryland bill expands sports wagering to off-track betting facilities statewide Maryland introduces bill to enhance sports wagering at four off-track betting locations.

Maryland is on the brink of a major gaming revolution as a new bill aims to boost off-track betting facilities, potentially transforming local economies and expanding sports wagering opportunities statewide.

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