Bill > HB618

This bill authorizes the Maryland State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency to establish an internet-based system for purchasing lottery subscriptions through electronic devices like personal computers or mobile devices. The bill defines several key terms, including "subscription" as a method of playing a lottery game where an individual submits an application to play the same game data for multiple consecutive drawings with advance payment. The legislation also allows licensed lottery agents to sell vouchers that individuals can use to fund subscription purchases, and provides that these agents will receive a commission for both initial voucher sales and subsequent subscription renewals within a 24-month period. Additionally, the bill requires the Agency to submit a detailed report to specific legislative committees by December 1, 2026, which must include information about subscriptions sold directly by the Agency, vouchers sold by licensed agents, and subscription renewals processed. The new provisions will take effect on July 1, 2025, expanding the ways individuals can participate in state lottery games while maintaining oversight and tracking of these new sales methods.

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https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0618?ys=2025RS