Online Maryland sports betting could take a significant step forward this week after long stretches of inaction.
The Sports Wagering Application Review Commission posted draft applications and regulations on its website Monday. The SWARC will meet Wednesday to discuss and vote on the MD sports betting drafts.
The SWARC is responsible for setting up the regulations for competitive licenses in Maryland, including 30 retail establishments and up to 60 online operators. Retail sports betting started in December, with five of the 17 establishments named in MD sports betting legislation open.
Heat is on for Maryland sports betting
Last month, Gov. Larry Hogan applied pressure on the SWARC as the committee has met since August 2021 without any significant progress toward the competitive licenses. Hogan wants online sports betting to launch by Sept. 8 in time for NFL betting.