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Introduced
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
In Committee
02/04/2026
02/04/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
Altering the purposes for which the Secretary of Health may make grants from or agreements for the use of State and federal funds with respect to the provision of services for problem gamblers; and altering the purposes for which the Maryland Department of Health may utilize the Problem Gambling Fund to provide reimbursement to support peers providing behavioral health services to individuals with problem gambling issues who are receiving treatment or participating in certain prevention programs.
AI Summary
This bill modifies how funds designated for problem gambling services in Maryland can be used. Specifically, it allows the Maryland Department of Health to use the Problem Gambling Fund to reimburse "peers" – individuals with lived experience in overcoming problem gambling – who provide behavioral health services to those currently undergoing treatment or participating in prevention programs related to problem gambling, including those stemming from sports wagering and online gambling. This expands the authorized uses of these funds beyond existing categories like inpatient and outpatient treatment, educational services, and outreach programs.
Committee Categories
Budget and Finance
Sponsors (9)
Kevin Hornberger (R)*,
Christopher Bouchat (R),
Jason Buckel (R),
April Fleming Miller (R),
Tom Hutchinson (R),
Steve Johnson (D),
Aaron Kaufman (D),
Nic Kipke (R),
Teresa Reilly (R),
Last Action
House Ways and Means Hearing (13:00:00 2/19/2026 ) (on 02/19/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Details/HB0758?ys=2026RS |
| BillText | https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/2026RS/bills/hb/hb0758f.pdf |
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