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November 6, 2008
Voters Approve Slot Machines
Maryland voters approved a ballot measure Tuesday to amend the state constitution to allow as many as 15,000 slot machines at five locations across the state. The margin was nearly 2 to 1 in favor.

Gov. Martin O'Malley (D) and other slots supporters said the derived revenues would help balance the state budget, help education funding, and help Maryland's struggling horse racing industry. State leaders will now appoint a Facility Location Commission to create the licensing process and determine the impact on the five communities.

Baltimore is already moving forward with land for a proposed casino south of downtown. City officials today approved $4.1 million for the city to purchase the land.
 

March 14, 2008
Support For Slots In Baltimore?
WBFF FOX Baltimore • Mar. 14, 2008. 10:01 PM EST

Senate President Mike Miller urging teachers to support slots machines, teachers discuss idea of endorsing.
 

November 10, 2007
Baltimore County Considers Slot Machines

Baltimore County delegates are considering a plan for 2,500 slot machines in the Middle River area. It would be part of an entertainment complex with restaurants and a music venue. The proposed location is an industrial area near the intersection of Interstate 95 and U.S. 40.

This location may be more favorable than either Cecil or Worcester counties where there is strong opposition to expanded gambling. A proposed site in Cecil County has already been passed in a Senate bill, but faces opposition in the House.