November 14th, 2023 by WCBC Radio

Maryland sports wagering market again had the better month over casino gambling in October. Thirteen retail and 12 mobile sportsbooks combined to generate almost $6 million in contributions to the state.  Each sportsbook pays 15% of its taxable win to the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future Fund. Through the first four months of Fiscal Year 2024, sports wagering has contributed more than $14.9 million to the Blueprint fund. October of 2023 was the best month so far for sportsbooks, with a statewide handle of over $483 million.