MarylandHB 02892026 Regular SessionHouseWALLET

Video Lottery Facility Payouts - Intercepts for Restitution Payments, Child Support Payments, and Debts Owed to the State

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Signed by Governor

GamingCriminal Law - ProceduresFamily LawAdministrative AgenciesAttachments and GarnishmentsAwards, Medals, and Prizes -see also- Gaming&Gambl; LotteryDebt Collection -see also- Attachments and GarnishmentsFormsGaming and GamblingNoticesRestitutionRules and RegulationsSupport of Dependents -see also- Alimony

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Bill Overview

Analyzed Economic Effects

2 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 1 costs, 0 mixed.

Prizes and refunds taken for child support and debts

Beginning July 1, 2026, Maryland can take part of certain prizes and refunds to cover what you owe the State. If you owe $150 or more in child support, more than $30 in court-ordered restitution, or you have a certified State debt, agencies can certify you for intercept. For State income tax refunds and for lottery or casino prizes that require IRS Form W‑2G, payers must withhold up to the arrears. The casino or lottery must notify you and give you 15 days to appeal to the Child Support Administration or the Central Collection Unit. Any money left after paying the debt is paid to you. By law, child support is paid first, then restitution, then other State debts.

Liability protection for casino operators

Beginning July 1, 2026, a video lottery (casino) operator that follows the intercept rules in good faith is not liable for withholding and sending prize money to the State. This protects operators from civil lawsuits tied to these withholds.

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Sponsors & Cosponsors

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Roll Call Votes

All Roll Calls

Yes: 172 • No: 0

Senate vote • 4/9/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 40 • No: 0 • Other: 3

House vote • 3/12/2026

Third Reading Passed

Yes: 132 • No: 0 • Other: 5

Actions Timeline

Approved by the Governor - Chapter 88
4/14/2026
Returned Passed
4/9/2026House
Third Reading Passed (40-0)
4/9/2026Senate
Second Reading Passed
4/8/2026Senate
Favorable Adopted
4/8/2026Senate
Favorable Report by Budget and Taxation
4/8/2026Senate
Hearing 4/01 at 1:00 p.m.
3/25/2026Senate
Referred Budget and Taxation
3/13/2026Senate
Third Reading Passed (132-0)
3/12/2026House
Second Reading Passed with Amendments
3/10/2026House
Favorable with Amendments {553628/1 Adopted
3/10/2026House
Favorable with Amendments Report by Ways and Means
3/9/2026House
Hearing 2/05 at 1:00 p.m.
1/16/2026House
First Reading Ways and Means
1/14/2026House
Pre-filed
9/16/2025House

Bill Text

Enacted
4/14/2026
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Third Reading
3/10/2026
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First Reading
1/14/2026
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