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Bill would require Maryland Lottery to report on illegal online gambling activity
Summary
Delegate April Miller introduced HB1418 to direct the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency to report on illegal online gaming and its impact in Maryland; supporters cited youth exposure and consumer risks from offshore platforms.
Delegate April Miller testified March 4 in favor of House Bill 1418, which would require the Maryland Lottery and Gaming Control Agency to study and report on the scope of illegal online gambling accessible to state residents and recommend tools to disrupt that activity.
Miller said unlicensed offshore platforms often operate without consumer protections and are aggressively marketed to young people through social media. The bill would require data collection and a report by Jan. 1, 2026, to inform policymaking on enforcement and prevention.
The sponsor framed this bill as an initial investigative step rather than immediate regulatory change. Committee members did not question the bill at length during the hearing; the measure drew no opposition testimony on the record.
