To understand what Brandt is talking about, we first have to look back at the role Maryland’s medical cannabis legalization had. While it may seem like he’s taking a page out of the politician’s handbook and passing the blame, there’s legitimacy to Brandt’s claim. has repeatedly deferred to the language in Maryland’s sports wagering bill as the cause of the mobile sports betting delay.
So, why the hold up? Why is it taking so long for Maryland betting apps to launch? Although Maryland’s Sports Wagering Application Review Commission (SWARC) has taken the brunt of the blame, the delay technically isn’t their fault. Kansas sports betting sites are being pushed to launch in time for the start of the NFL season despite being signed into law just a few months ago. Other states have legalized sports betting after Maryland and appear poised to launch mobile wagering before its available in the Old Line State. The first retail bets were placed in Maryland in December 2021 and sports fans are still waiting to be able to place wagers from their phones.
Maryland sports bettors who don’t want to visit one of the state’s five retail sportsbooks have been wondering what is holding back the launch of online sportsbooks.
