Maryland Table Game Gambling Issue Gains Support Among Lawmakers

In 2010, the hot gambling topic in state legislature's was casino gambling. It was a way for lawmakers to deal with the economic troubles that the recession caused in the US. In 2010, the new hot topic is table games for these casinos.

Now that many states have legalized casinos, the next step is being taken by those states that already had casino gambling. Slots and poker is no longer good enough, and table games such as blackjack, craps, and roulette, are now needed to stay ahead of the curve.

The latest state to discuss table games is Maryland. Already in the Northeast, Pennsylvania has legalized table games, and Delaware lawmakers are preparing to do the same. If they are going to keep up in the casino industry, Maryland will soon have to make a move themselves.

Table games are an option that is supported by many lawmakers, and Baltimore Mayor Stephanie C. Rawlings-Blake became the latest politician to add their name to the list of supporters. Her reason's were simple, table games would keep Maryland casinos relevant.

Some opponents of expanded gambling at the casinos argue that other social costs would come as a result of the additional gambling options. That is not something that Rawlings-Blake is concerned with when she thinks about the issue.

"I'm not fighting internally about whether or not table games are a good or bad thing for the city," said Rawlings-Blake, "I think the revenue will help us be more competitive."

When the recession hit in the US, the Atlantic City casino industry, which had been untouchable, suffered some casino closures and saw double digit revenue declines. That has allowed Pennsylvania casinos to pass AC casinos in slot revenue for the first time ever in December.

Other states such as Delaware, New York, and Maryland see that as a sign that the AC casino industry is on shaky ground, and that now is the time to strike. While these states consider table games, New Jersey lawmakers are considering sports gambling to help their casino industry.

February 14, 2010
Posted By April Gardner
Staff Editor, CasinoGamblingWeb.com
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