§ 11–613
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Bus. Reg. § 11-613 (2026)
Title 11. Horse Racing
Subtitle 6. Harness Racing
§ 11–613LinkCopy Citation
(a)
(1)
A licensee whose average handle is $150,000 or less shall keep the breakage.
(2)
A licensee whose average handle is over $150,000 shall:
(i)
allocate 50% of the breakage to the Sires Stakes Program; and
(ii)
keep 50% of the breakage to pay for personnel-related expenses, physical improvements, track maintenance, and indebtedness related to the track, including indebtedness for clubhouse and grandstand construction.
(b)
If an average handle is over $600,000, the takeout shall be:
(1)
17% from each regular mutuel pool;
(2)
19% from each multiple mutuel pool for 2 horses; and
(3)
25% from each multiple mutuel pool on 3 or more horses.
(c)
If the average handle is $600,000 or less, the takeout shall be:
(1)
not more than 18.75% from each regular mutuel pool;
(2)
not more than 20.75% from each multiple mutuel pool on 2 horses; and
(3)
not more than 26.75% from each multiple mutuel pool on 3 or more horses.
(d)
Money that remains after deductions are made under this section shall be returned as winnings to successful bettors.