MD: Disparity Study Could Begin in March if Contract is Secured
The SWARC met this week and announced that they still have not secured a contract for the disparity study — which is required under the law – to determine whether race conscious or remedial measures are required for licensing mobile and Class B retail sports betting.
We are told that the study could begin by March and that it will take a minimum of 3 months before a version is before the SWARC for evaluation.
The formal deadline to respond to the SWARC survey is 02/18 at 2pm ET. However, we are told that they will accept responses within a reasonable time frame (2-3 days later). iDEA encourages members who plan to participate as sports betting operators to respond to the SWARC survey. It has been posted, along with additional information, here. Responses can be submitted anonymously.
We encourage all iDEA members who have an interest in pursuing a mobile sports wagering license in MD to fill out the SWARC survey.
iDEA continues to monitor activity of the SWARC and MD Lottery and also communicates with these bodies as needed.