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MD Racing Makes Case for Shift in VLT Funds

MD Racing Makes Case for Shift in VLT Funds

The Maryland horse industry made its case March 15 for legislation that would shift gaming revenue from capital improvements to racetrack operations.

 Wednesday, March 16, 2011
Maryland Commission Suggests Gaming Changes

Maryland Commission Suggests Gaming Changes

A commission overseeing development of video lottery terminal parlors in Maryland said Jan. 11 the state should examine ways to attract more interest in available gaming licenses and study similar operations in other states.

 Wednesday, January 12, 2011

MEC Has Slots License Fee--With Caveat

Magna Entertainment Corp. said Feb. 4 it has arranged to pay a $28.5-million licensing fee for slot machines -- but the money will be placed in an escrow account at a Maryland bank.

 Wednesday, February 04, 2009

Laurel Slots Bid Called Into Question

In a jaw-dropping revision, Maryland received requests for far fewer slot machines in five license proposals than previously thought, and two of the six bidders -- including Laurel Park owner Magna Entertainment Corp. -- failed to pay $22.5 million in required up-front fees, a state official said Feb. 3.

 Wednesday, February 04, 2009
Maryland Voters Approve Slot Machines

Maryland Voters Approve Slot Machines

Maryland voters approved legalizing slot machines Tuesday in a constitutional amendment, paving the way for up to 15,000 machines in five locations and ending years of debate between lawmakers who never managed to pass the measure on their own.

 Wednesday, November 05, 2008
MJC Supports Passage of Slots Measure

MJC Supports Passage of Slots Measure

The Maryland Jockey Club said it is "aggressively supporting" a campaign to win approval via a Nov. 4 statewide referendum for slot machines at five locations in the state.

 Thursday, October 09, 2008

Maryland House OKs Slots Referendum

The Maryland House of Delegates passed a measure Nov. 16 to authorize a November 2008 referendum on slot machines in the state.

 Friday, November 16, 2007
Maryland House Wrangling on Slots

Maryland House Wrangling on Slots

The Maryland House of Delegates put off voting on whether the state should have a referendum on slot-machine gambling after a day of changes in the proposal Nov. 15. The issue is on the agenda when the House reconvenes Nov. 16.

 Friday, November 16, 2007

Maryland Senate OKs Slots Vote

A November 2008 referendum on allowing slot machines in the state was approved by the Maryland Senate the evening of Nov. 8.

 Friday, November 09, 2007
Maryland Governor Offers Plan for 15,000 Slot Machines

Maryland Governor Offers Plan for 15,000 Slot Machines

The legislative race for slot machines in Maryland hit fever pitch Nov. 2 with rallies in the state capital.

 Friday, November 02, 2007

Proposed Maryland Track Hits Another Snag

The Maryland Racing Commission on Thursday abruptly cut off testimony concerning construction of a racetrack in the western part of the state so opposing sides could work on an agreement to expedite the tedious process. William Rickman Jr., who wants to build the track in remote Allegany County, offered to write a letter of credit to guarantee its financial viability and stability. Rickman, who owns and Delaware Park and Ocean Downs, a Maryland harness track, is the only applicant for the license to construct the track.

 Friday, March 30, 2001

Maryland Jockey Club Helps Buy Track

The Maryland Jockey Club has loaned $5.1 million to the owner of Rosecroft Raceway to buy Ocean Downs.

 Friday, June 23, 2000