The Agency also regulates sports wagering and on-line fantasy competitions (Code State Government Article, secs. The Maryland Lottery and gambling casinos in the State are overseen by the State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency (Code State Government Article, secs. Montgomery Park Business Center, 1800 Washington Blvd., Baltimore, Maryland, February 2004.
In October 2012, it reformed under its present name with added responsibilities as regulator ofĬasinos in Maryland ( Chapter 1, Acts of 2012, 2nd Special Session). The Agency began operation on January 2, 1973, and byĪpril 1973 began selling lottery tickets and awarding prizes.
Maryland State Lottery & Gaming Control Agency - Origin & Functions STATE LOTTERY & GAMING CONTROL AGENCY ORIGIN & FUNCTIONSĪuthorized by the General Assembly, the State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency was formed as the State Lottery Agency by constitutional amendment in 1972 ( Chapter 365, Acts of 1972, ratified November 7, 1972).
