In this title, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Agency” means the State Lottery and Gaming Control Agency and, unless the context dictates otherwise, includes the Director and Commission. Cash. “Cash” means coins, U.S. currency, money orders, debit cards, checks, gaming chips, gaming tickets, vouchers, or prepaid cards issued or approved by the Agency. “Cash” does not include credit. “Commission” means the State Lottery and Gaming Control Commission and, unless the context dictates otherwise, may include staff of the Agency. “County” means any county in the State of Maryland and the City of Baltimore. Direct Exclusion. “Direct exclusion” means the process by which a fantasy competition operator, mobile sports wagering licensee, or online sports wagering operator licensee allows an individual to self-exclude from a gaming platform. “Direct exclusion” does not include: Voluntary exclusion under COMAR 36.01.03; or Mandatory exclusion under COMAR 36.03.07 or COMAR 36.10.10. “Director” means the Director of the Agency and includes the Director’s designee. “Fantasy competition” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, § 9-1D-01, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Fantasy competition operator” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, § 9-1D-01, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Fantasy competition platform” has the meaning stated in COMAR 36.09.01.02. “Final action on a license denial” means: If, after the Director sends written notice of license denial or recommendation of license denial, an applicant fails to timely request a reconsideration meeting, the date of the written notice of the Directors written notice; If, after a reconsideration meeting, an applicant fails to timely request a Commission hearing, the date of the Directors written notice after the reconsideration meeting; or If the Commission holds or delegates a hearing on an appeal of the Directors license denial or reconsideration of license denial, the date of the Commissions or the Office of Administrative Hearings written decision. “Final action on a sanction” means: The Commission adopts the Director’s deficiency notice under COMAR 36.02.02, 36.03.04, 36.06.05, 36.07.02, 36.03.03 or 36.10.08, and a licensee fails to submit a timely, acceptable corrective action plan; The date of the Commission’s written decision after a hearing on the Director’s recommendation to impose a sanction; or If a licensee seeks judicial review of the Commission’s sanction, the most recent date of: A decision of the Office of Administrative Hearings; A final judgment under Maryland Rule 2-601; or The entry of a mandate under Maryland Rule 8-606. “Gaming activity” means play of a game, device, or machine that is regulated by the Agency which is: Lottery, under COMAR 36.02; Video lottery terminals, under COMAR 36.03; Table games, under COMAR 36.05; Electronic gaming devices, under COMAR 36.06; Instant bingo machines in Anne Arundel or Calvert Counties, under COMAR 36.07; Fantasy competitions, under COMAR 36.09; and Sports wagering, under COMAR 36.10. “Gaming law” means State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitle 1A, Annotated Code of Maryland. Gaming Platform. “Gaming platform” means hardware and software used for a website, application, or other platform which is accessible via the internet or mobile, wireless, or similar communications technology that allows players to participate in a gaming activity. “Gaming platform” includes a sports wagering platform and a fantasy competition platform. “Gaming ticket” has the meaning stated in COMAR 36.03.10.02. “Lottery”, “Maryland Lottery”, or” State Lottery” means the Agency. Lottery Game. “Lottery game” means a game, activity, or other activity that is approved or offered by the Agency for consideration to win a prize by chance in which the: Only direct or personal participation by a player is the player’s purchase or receipt of a ticket; Chance to win is determined at random; and Proceeds benefit the State. “Lottery game” does not include unless otherwise specified by the Director, a promotion. “Lottery law” means State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitle 1, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Online platform” means an interface using the internet that provides an individual the opportunity to engage in an authorized gaming activity, promotion, or loyalty rewards program. “Player” means a person who participates in gaming activity. “Person” has the meaning stated in State Government Article §1-101, Annotated Code of Maryland. Prize. “Prize” means: A monetary award; Merchandise; A ticket; A experience that is a trip; An outing; or A designated activity involving personal participation. “Prize” may include a combination of § B(22)(a)—(d) of this regulation. “Retailer” or “Lottery retailer” means a person who has been licensed by the Agency to sell tickets. “Share” or “lottery share” means a ticket in which one or more individuals have an ownership interest. “Sports wagering” has the meaning stated in State Government Article 9-1E-01, Annotated Code of Maryland, and COMAR 36.10.01.02. “Sports wagering law” means State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitle 1E, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Sports wagering platform” has the meaning stated in COMAR 36.10.01.02. “State obligation” means money owed under: Criminal Procedure Article, §11-616(b) or 11-618, Annotated Code of Maryland; Family Law Article, §10-113.1(a), Annotated Code of Maryland; State Finance and Procurement Article, §3-307, Annotated Code of Maryland; or Any other State law. “Submit” means to deliver a document: In a manner that ensures its receipt by the party to whom it is addressed; and Which is considered complete only upon actual receipt by that party. “Table games” means: A game or composite of a game that the Commission has approved for play in a video lottery facility; and A gaming tournament in which players compete against one another in a table game event. “Ticket” means a ticket authorized by the Agency that a lottery retailer or the Agency makes available for sale. “Video lottery” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, § 9-1A-01, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Video lottery facility” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, § 9-1A-01, Annotated Code of Maryland. Video Lottery Terminal. “Video lottery terminal” means any machine or other device that: On insertion of a bill, coin, token, voucher, ticket, coupon, or similar item, or on payment of any consideration is available to play or simulate the play of any game of chance in which the results, including the options available to the player, are randomly determined by the machine or other device; and By the element of chance, may deliver or entitle the player who operates the machine or device to receive cash, premiums, merchandise, tokens, or anything of value, whether the payout is made automatically from the device or in any other manner. “Video lottery terminal” includes a machine or device that: Does not directly dispense money, tokens, or anything of value to winning players; and Uses an electronic credit system making the deposit of bills, coins, or tokens unnecessary. “Video lottery terminal” means each single position or seat available for use by a player; “Video lottery terminal” does not include an authorized electronic gaming device operated by an eligible organization under Criminal Law Article, Title 12, Subtitle 3, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Voluntary exclusion program” means the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion Program established under COMAR 36.01.03. “Winnings” means the amount won from a wager or play that is not reduced by a loss. “Work day” means a day when State government offices are open for business. Gender and Number. In interpreting and applying this title, the following rules of construction shall apply: Words denoting one gender pronoun include and apply to any other pronoun; and The singular includes the plural and vice versa. Computation of Time. Time is computed as provided in General Provisions Article § 1-302, Annotated Code of Maryland. Overview of Commission. The Commission is included in the Agency. The Commission may advise the Director on the administration and operation of the Agency in accordance with the lottery law. The Agency shall assist the Commission to carry out its statutory and regulatory obligations. Operational Procedures. Meetings. The Commission shall: Determine the times and places of its meetings; Set its procedures for frequency, notice, and conduct of meetings; Annually elect a chair from among its members; and Act only if at least four members concur. The Commission may annually elect a vice chair from among its members. Minutes. The Director is the Secretary of the Commission. The Secretary of the Commission shall, as soon as practicable after the Commission meets, prepare minutes of the meeting and make them available to the public as required under §3-306 of the General Provisions Article, Annotated Code of Maryland. Powers of Commission. The Commission may: Issue subpoenas to compel attendance of witnesses at any place within the State in the course of any investigation or hearing conducted under the gaming law and sports wagering law; Administer oaths and require testimony under oath before the Commission in the course of any investigation or hearing conducted under the gaming law, lottery law, and sports wagering law; Serve or cause to be served its process or notices in a manner provided for service of process in civil actions under the Maryland Rules; and Propound written interrogatories. General Duties. The Director shall: Supervise and administer the operation of the Agency; Provide assistance to the Commission in the performance of its duties; and Advise the Commission about any changes needed to improve the operation or administration of the Agency. Powers of Director. The Director has all those powers conferred under State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitle 1, Annotated Code of Maryland. The Director may: Make determinations on all issues relating to the Agency and all of the Agency’s games, promotions, and special activities; Determine that a ticket is void and if the ticket shall be paid; and Establish and announce special purchase options which reduce the purchase price of a lottery game for a specified period. The Director may establish and change: The number of prize categories; The allocation of prize money among prizes; The price of lottery games; The probability or odds of winning a lottery game; The amount of winnings a player may accumulate from a subscription as provided in COMAR 36.02.06.12.D; and Any other aspect of lottery game play, payment, and implementation. The Director may: Authorize the Agency to substitute a prize of equivalent value or higher for a prize; and Approve a winner’s request to receive a cash equivalent value or other substitute prize for a merchandise or experience. Determine that a ticket shall be canceled; If a player violates a lottery law or regulation, invalidate a ticket, delay a prize award, or issue a refund; or Delegate to another individual the performance of any activity, function, or service in connection with the operation of the Lottery. Gaming activity may not be engaged in by, and a prize, jackpot, or winnings may not be paid to: A Commission member; An officer or an employee of the Agency; or An individual who lives in the same principal residence as a Commission member or an officer or employee of the Agency and is the officers, members or employees: Spouse or domestic partner; Child; Sibling; or Parent or parent-in-law; or The Agency may conduct periodic reviews of prizes paid in excess of $600 by reviewing data available to the Agency. Definitions. In this regulation, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Agency employee” means an employee of the Agency “Code of conduct” means the document that identifies activities prohibited for employees of the Agency and Commission members. “Complaint” means the submission of a communication to the Agency or the Commission alleging a violation of a law, regulation, or the code of conduct. “Conflict of interest” means a situation in which a personal interest of a Commission member or an Agency employee may compromise the individual’s judgment, decisions or actions. “Ex parte communication” means a written or oral communication that happens without the knowledge, consent, or presence of all parties involved involving a matter that is pending before the Commission. “Recusal” means that a Commission member or an Agency employee does not participate in a specific matter. Establishment and Compliance. The Director shall establish a code of conduct. Commission members and Agency employees shall comply with the code of conduct. A violation of the code of conduct constitutes a violation of this regulation. The Agency or Commission may report a violation to the State Ethics Commission. An Agency employee who violates the code of conduct may be subject to disciplinary action. Recusal of a Commission Member. A Commission member may not participate in a Commission matter in which the member: Has a conflict of interest; or For any reason, is unable to participate fairly and impartially. A Commission members familiarity with a person does not, of itself, require recusal of the Commission member. A Commission member who is recused from a matter before the Commission may not: Participate in the Commission's discussion or vote on the matter; or Discuss the matter or the Commission's review of the matter with a Commission member or any other person. A Commission member who is recused from a hearing, discussion, or voting on a matter shall: If in person, physically leave the meeting; or If remote, disconnect from the virtual meeting. The Commission shall document the recusal of the Commission member in the minutes of the Commission meeting from which the member was recused. Allegation of a Violation of the Code of Conduct. A Commission member against whom a complaint is made shall follow §C(3) and (4) of this regulation. Upon receipt of a complaint, the Commission may: Direct the Agency to investigate; or Refer the complaint to appropriate unit of State government. An Agency employee who has a conflict of interest pertaining to the Commission member who is the subject of the complaint may not participate in an investigation of the complaint. The Commission member who is the subject of the complaint may not participate in any Commission activity until the complaint is resolved. Confidentiality. A Commission member or Agency employee may not discuss a confidential matter with a person other than: A Commission member; An Agency employee; The Attorney General's Office; A witness; or Another person authorized by law to be involved in the case. In the case of an ex parte communication, the Commission member shall follow the provisions of State Government Article, §10-219, Annotated Code of Maryland. State Government Article, §§9-101—9-111, 9-116, 9-123, 9-1A-01, 9-1A-02, 9-1A-04, 9-1A-24, 9-1D-01, 9-1E-01, 9-1E-04, 10-205, and 10-219, Annotated Code of Maryland Effective date: April 29, 2013 (40:8 Md. R. 725) Regulation .01B amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13); May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .01B amended as an emergency provision effective August 5, 2021 (48:18 Md. R. 690); amended permanently effective January 13, 2022 (49:1 Md. R. 16) Regulation .02 amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .03 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13); May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .04 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13); May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .04B amended effective February 16, 2015 (42:3 Md. R. 319) Regulation .05 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .05 amended as an emergency provision effective August 5, 2021 (48:18 Md. R. 690); amended permanently effective January 13, 2022 (49:1 Md. R. 16) Regulation .05D, E amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .06 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13); May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Scope. This regulation sets out procedures for filing and processing requests with the Agency for the inspection and copying of public records under the Public Information Act. Policy. It is the policy of the Agency to facilitate access to the public records of the Agency, when access is allowed by law, by minimizing costs and time delays to applicants. Definitions. In this regulation and in Regulation .02 of this chapter, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Act” means the Public Information Act, General Provisions Article, §§4-101—4-601, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Applicant” has the meaning stated in §4-101 of the Act. “Application” means a request for access under the Act for a public record of the Agency. “Board” has the meaning stated in §4-101 of the Act. “Copy” means any form of reproduction using a photocopying machine or other reproduction technology, including a paper copy, an electronic copy, a printout, or an image. “Custodian” means: The official custodian, as defined in General Provisions Article, §4-101, Annotated Code of Maryland; The Director; The PIA Coordinator; or Any other authorized individual who has physical custody and control of a public record of the Agency. “Indigent” has the meaning stated in §4-206 of the Act. “Metadata” has the meaning stated in §4-205 of the Act. “PIA Coordinator” means the Agency employee who is responsible for accepting requests for public records. “Public Access Ombudsman” means the official appointed, under Title 4, Subtitle 1B of the Act, to resolve disputes under the Act. “Public Record” has the meaning stated in §4-101 of the Act. “Reasonable fee” has the meaning stated in §4-206 of the Act. Who May Request Public Record. Any person may request to inspect or copy public records of the Agency. Necessity for Written Application. Except as otherwise provided in this regulation, an applicant that wishes to inspect a public record of the Agency shall submit a written application to the PIA Coordinator. An applicant need not submit a written application if: The applicant seeks to inspect a public record designated by the official custodian as available to any applicant immediately on request; or The PIA Coordinator waives the requirement for a written application. Application to Inspect a Public Record. An application shall be addressed to: The PIA Coordinator; or If the PIA Coordinator is not known, the Director. An application shall: Reasonably identify, by brief description, the public record sought; and Provide an address or other means by which the custodian may respond to the applicant’s request. Response to Application. If the individual to whom the application is submitted is not an Agency custodian, within 10 work days after receiving the application the individual shall give the applicant: Notice of that fact; and If known, the name of the custodian and possible location of the public record. If the custodian decides to grant an application for inspection, the custodian shall produce the record for inspection: Immediately; or Within a reasonable period, not to exceed 30 days from the date of the application if that period of time is needed to retrieve the public record and conduct any necessary review. If the custodian reasonably believes that it will take more than 10 work days to search for, retrieve, prepare, and produce the public record for inspection, the custodian shall indicate in writing or by electronic mail within 10 work days after receipt of the application: The amount of time that the custodian anticipates it will take to produce the public record; An estimate of the range of fees that may be charged to comply with the application for public records; and The reason why it will take more than 10 work days to produce the public record. If an applicant requests to inspect a public record and a custodian determines the record does not exist, the custodian shall notify the applicant of this determination: Immediately, if the custodian determines this on initial review of the application; or If the custodian determines this after a search for responsive records, promptly after the search is completed but not more than 30 days after receiving the application. If the custodian denies an application for inspection: The custodian shall do so within 30 days after the request; and Immediately notify the applicant of the denial. If an application is denied, the custodian shall provide the applicant, at the time of the denial or within 10 work days, a written statement that gives: The reason for the denial including, for records denied under §4-343 of the Act, a brief explanation of: Why denial is necessary; and Why the harm from disclosure of the public record would be greater than the public interest in providing access to the information in the public record such that disclosure of the public record would be contrary to the public interest; The legal authority for the denial; Without disclosing the protected information, a brief description of the undisclosed records that will enable the applicant to assess the applicability of the legal authority for the denial; and Notice of the remedies available for review of the denial A time limit imposed by §G(2) and (3) of this regulation may be extended: With the consent of the applicant, for an additional period of up to 30 days; and For the period of time during which a dispute initiated by the applicant is pending before the Public Access Ombudsman. The Agency is not required to create a new record in response to an application. Notice to and Consideration of Views of Person Potentially Affected by Disclosure. Unless prohibited by law, the custodian may provide notice of a request for inspection or copying of any public record of the Agency to any person who, in the judgment of the custodian, could be adversely affected by disclosure of that public record. The custodian may consider the views of the potentially affected person before deciding whether to disclose the public record to the applicant. Electronic Records. Except as provided in §I(3) and (4) of this regulation, the custodian shall provide an applicant with a copy of the public record in a searchable and analyzable electronic format if: The public record is in a searchable and analyzable electronic format; The applicant requests a copy of the public record in a searchable and analyzable electronic format; and The custodian is able to provide a copy of the public record, in whole or in part, in a searchable and analyzable electronic format that does not disclose information that is exempt from disclosure under the Act. The custodian shall provide a portion of the public record in a searchable and analyzable electronic format if: Requested by the applicant; and The custodian is able to do so by using the existing functions of the database or software program that contains the searchable an analyzable data. The custodian is not required to: Create or reconstruct a public record in an electronic format if the public record is not available in an electronic format; or Release an electronic record in a format that would jeopardize or compromise the security or integrity of the original record or any proprietary software in which the record is maintained. The custodian may remove metadata from an electronic document before providing the electronic record to an applicant by: Using a software program or function; or Converting the electronic record into a different searchable and analyzable format. Review of Denial. If the custodian denies an application to inspect or copy a public record of the Agency, the applicant may, file an action for judicial enforcement under §4-362 of the Act without pursuing the remedies set forth in §J(2) and (3) of this regulation. If the custodian charges a fee of more than $350 under §L of this regulation, the applicant may, within 90 days after the date the fee is imposed, file a written complaint with the Board under General Provisions Article, §4-1A-05, Annotated Code of Maryland. The applicant and the custodian each may contact the Public Access Ombudsman to resolve, under General Provisions Article, Title 4, Subtitle 1B, Annotated Code of Maryland, a dispute relating to requests for public records. Temporary Denial. If the act authorizes inspection of a public record but the custodian believes inspection would cause substantial injury to the public interest, the custodian may temporarily deny inspection. Within 10 work days after the denial, the custodian shall petition a circuit court to authorize continued denial of inspection. The petition shall be filed in: The circuit court for the county where the public record is located; or The Circuit Court for Baltimore City. The custodian’s petition shall be served on the applicant as provided in the Maryland Rules. Fees. The fee for a photocopy of a public record of the Agency is 25 cents per page. The fee for a certified true copy of a public record is an additional fee of $1 per page. There is no charge if the total fee for copies is $10 or less. Notwithstanding §L(1) of this regulation, if another law sets a fee for a copy, printout or photograph of a public record, that law applies. The custodian may charge for the cost of providing facilities for the reproduction of a public record if the custodian does not have the facilities. Before searching for, retrieving, reviewing, preparing, or copying a public record of the Agency, the custodian shall estimate the cost of reproduction and notify the applicant of the cost, and may: Obtain the agreement of the applicant to pay the cost; or Demand prepayment of the cost from the applicant. Search and Preparation Fee. Except as provided in §L(8) of this regulation, the Agency may charge a reasonable fee to: Search for and retrieve requested public records; Review requested public records for potential disclosure; and Prepare public records for inspection and copying. The custodian shall determine the fee by multiplying the staff’s or attorney’s salary, prorated to an hourly basis, by the actual time attributable to the search for, retrieval of, review of, and preparation of public records for inspection and copying. The custodian may not charge a fee for the first 2 hours spent searching for, retrieving, reviewing and preparing a public record for inspection. Waiver or Reduction of Fee. The custodian may waive or reduce any fee set under this regulation if the applicant requests a waiver, and: The custodian determines that the waiver or reduction is in the public interest; or The applicant is indigent and submits an affidavit verifying the facts that support a claim of indigency. In determining whether a fee is in the public interest, the custodian shall consider, among other relevant factors, the ability of the applicant to pay the fee. If the applicant requests that copies of a public record be mailed or delivered to the applicant or a third party, the custodian may charge the applicant for the cost of postage or delivery. If the applicant fails to respond to the custodian within 30 days of the notification under §L(11) of this regulation, the custodian may deem the request withdrawn without further notification to the applicant. An applicant’s request to reopen a request deemed withdrawn under §L(11) of this regulation shall be processed as a new request. Time and Place of Inspection. An applicant may inspect a public record of the Agency that the applicant is entitled to inspect during a work day of the Agency. Scope. This regulation sets out procedures under which a person in interest may request the correction or amendment of a public record of the Agency pursuant to General Provisions Article, §4-502, Annotated Code of Maryland. Definitions. The definitions in Regulation .01 of this chapter also apply to this regulation. Who May Request. A person in interest may request that the Agency correct or amend any public record that the: Agency keeps; and Person in interest is authorized to inspect. Form and Contents of Request. The request shall be: In writing; and Submitted to: The custodian of the record; or If the custodian is unknown to the person in interest, to the Director. The request shall: Contain the name, address, and telephone number of the requestor; Identify the public record sought to be corrected or amended; Specify the precise correction or amendment sought; State the reason for the correction or amendment; and Include a statement that, to the best of the requestor’s belief, the public record is inaccurate or incomplete. Return of Nonconforming Request. The Agency shall accept a request to correct or amend a public record when it is received if it reasonably complies with §§B and C of this regulation. If the request does not reasonably comply with §§B and C of this regulation, the Agency shall return the request to the requestor with: An explanation of the reason for the return; and A statement that, on receipt of a request that reasonably complies with §§B and C of this regulation, the request will be accepted. Response to Request. Within 30 days after the Agency receives a request for correction or amendment that reasonably complies with §§C and D of this regulation, the custodian shall: Make the requested correction or amendment and inform the requestor in writing of the action; or Inform the requestor in writing that the Agency will not: Make the requested correction or amendment, and the reason for the refusal; or Act on the request because: The requestor is not a person in interest; The requestor is not authorized to inspect the record; The record is correct as it stands; or Of any other reason authorized by law. Statement of Disagreement. If the Agency refuses to make a requested correction or amendment, a person in interest submit to with the Agency a concise, written statement that, in five pages or less, states the reasons for: The requested correction or amendment; and The person's disagreement with the refusal of the Agency to make the correction or amendment. Statement of Disagreement Provided Third Parties. If the Agency discloses to a third party information about which a statement of disagreement has been submitted under §H of this regulation, the Agency shall provide a copy of the statement submitted to the Agency by the person in interest. Administrative Review. A person may seek administrative review under this regulation if the Agency: Has refused the person's request to correct or amend a public record under §E of this regulation; Has rejected the person's statement of disagreement under §F of this regulation; or Has not provided a statement of disagreement to a third party under §G of this regulation. A request for administrative review shall be submitted to the Director within 30 days after the requestor is advised of the Agency’s action. The administrative review proceedings shall be conducted in accordance with State Government Article, Title 10, Subtitle 2, Annotated Code of Maryland, and the hearing regulations of the Agency. Public Attendance. The public may attend and observe an open session of a Commission meeting. Except in instances when the Commission expressly invites public testimony, questions, comments, or other forms of public participation, or when public participation is otherwise authorized by law, no member of the public attending an open meeting may participate in the session. Disruptive Conduct or Activity. A person attending an open session of the Commission may not engage in any conduct that disrupts the session or interferes with the opportunity of members of the public to attend and observe the session. The presiding officer may: Order any person who engages in conduct that disrupts a session, to be removed from the session; Request police assistance to restore order; and Recess the session while order is restored. Recording, Photographing, and Broadcasting of Open Meetings. A member of the public, including a representative of the news media, may record discussions of the Commission at an open session by means of a tape recorder or another recording device if the device: Is operated from the individual's seat; Does not create a noise that disturbs members of the Commission or other persons attending the session; Does not otherwise interfere with another person’s attendance or observation of the session; and Is operated openly so that it is obvious to those in attendance that the session is being recorded. A member of the public, including a representative of the news media, may photograph, videotape, broadcast, or televise the proceedings of the Commission at an open session by means of any type of camera if the camera: Is operated from a fixed position that does not block the view of another individual; Is operated without a flash or other form of excessively bright artificial light that disturbs members of the Commission or other persons attending the session; Does not otherwise interfere with another person’s observation of or participation in the session; Is operated openly so that it is obvious to those in attendance that the session is being photographed or videotaped; and Does not create a noise that disturbs members of the Commission or other persons attending the session. Except with the unanimous consent of all members present at an open session of the Commission, a microphone may not be placed on the tables used by members of the Commission during an open session. Except during a recess of an open session of the Commission a person may not: Move about the meeting room when using a recording device, camera, or broadcasting or televising equipment; or Move a recording device, camera, or broadcasting or televising equipment from its initial location. The Commission may require any person who intends to record, photograph, videotape, broadcast, or televise an open session to register with the Commission at least 24 hours before the session begins. A representative from the news media who desires special arrangements for the use of a recording device, camera, or broadcasting or televising equipment in a manner not consistent with the provisions of this regulation may request these special arrangements in advance by contacting the Director. Recordings Not Part of Record. A recording of an open session made by a member of the public, and any transcript derived from the recording, may not be considered a part of the record of any proceeding of the Commission. Submissions. A person may submit a petition with the Agency seeking the issuance of a declaratory ruling with respect to the applicability of a regulation, order, or statute enforceable by the Agency. Petition Requirements. Form. The petition shall: Be in writing and specifically state the declaratory ruling sought; Include a detailed statement of the relevant facts and the petitioner's argument in support of the position asserted in the petition; and Include a statement concerning the interest of the petitioner in the controversy and how a declaratory ruling would affect the petitioner's interest. Submission and Consideration. The petition shall be submitted to the Director. The Director: Shall consider the petition; and May delegate the preparation of written findings of fact and proposed conclusions of law. Disposition. If the Director decides not to issue a declaratory ruling, the Director shall notify the petitioner in writing, stating briefly the reasons for the refusal. If the Director decides to issue a declaratory ruling, the Director shall after appropriate consideration, issue the ruling in writing, stating the findings of fact and conclusions of law. Unless reviewable by the Commission under §E of this regulation, the Director’s decision is final. Effect of Declaratory Ruling. A final declaratory ruling is binding between the Agency and the petitioner on the statement of facts set forth in the final ruling. Review By Commission. The Director’s decision shall be forwarded to the Commission for its review and approval before it may be considered final for a petition for declaratory ruling under: State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitles 1, 1A, 1B, 1D, and 1E, Annotated Code of Maryland, or regulations promulgated thereunder; and Criminal Law Article, Title 12, Subtitle 3, Annotated Code of Maryland, or regulations promulgated thereunder. The Commission’s approval of the Director’s decision makes the Director’s decision final. Judicial Review. A final declaratory ruling is subject to judicial review in the manner provided for by State Government Article, §10-222, Annotated Code of Maryland. Agency File. The Agency shall maintain a file of: All petitions submitted for declaratory ruling; and The Director's responses and rulings. The Agency’s file is a public record as defined in General Provisions Article, §4-101, Annotated Code of Maryland. Submissions. A person may submit a petition requesting the promulgation, amendment, or repeal of a regulation concerning which the Agency has rulemaking authority. Form and Submission. The petition shall: Be submitted to the Director in writing; Include the name, address, and telephone number of the petitioner; Generally describe the regulation sought or identify the regulation which the petitioner seeks to amend or repeal; and Include a brief statement of reasons in support of the petition. The petition may be in the form of a letter or any other written form as requested by the Director. Consideration. Upon receipt of the petition, the Director shall consider the petition. In considering the petition, the Director may use any of the following procedures to obtain additional information or views: Publication of the petition or a summary of it in the Maryland Register; Submission of the petition to other interested persons requesting their comments; Public meetings or hearings on the petition; or Any other procedure designed to obtain the views of the public on the subject matter of the petition. Disposition. Within 60 days after submission of the petition, the Director shall either: Deny the petition, stating the reason for denial; or Initiate rulemaking proceedings. Within 60 days after submission of the petition, the Director shall forward the petition to the Commission with a recommendation to deny the petition or initiate rulemaking proceedings for a petition pertaining to regulations promulgated under: State Government Article, Title 9, Subtitles 1, 1A, 1B, 1D, and 1E, Annotated Code of Maryland; or Criminal Law Article, Title 12, Subtitle 3, Annotated Code of Maryland. The Director shall send written notice of the final action taken on the petition to the petitioner and any other person requesting notification. Agency File. The Agency shall maintain a file of all: Petitions submitted; and Responses and rulings. The Agency’s file is a public record as defined in General Provisions Article, §4-101, Annotated Code of Maryland. Scope. These regulations apply only to contested case hearings before the Commission. These regulations do not apply to conferences, meetings, or other informal proceedings where no formal ruling or decision is made. Definitions. In this regulation, the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Act” means the Administrative Procedure Act, State Government Article, §§10-201—10-226, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Administrative law judge” has the meaning stated in COMAR 28.02.01. “Contested case” has the meaning stated in State Government Article, §10-202, Annotated Code of Maryland. “Party” means a person, including the Agency, named or admitted to participate in a hearing. “Presiding Officer” means: The Chairman of the Commission or a member designated by the Chairman; or In the absence of the Chairman or the member designated by the Chairman, any other Commission member in attendance. “Quorum” means a majority of the full authorized membership of the Commission. Conduct of Hearing. Commission Action. A hearing conducted by the Commission shall be held before not less than a quorum of the Commission. Commission action shall be by the concurrence of at least four members. Duties of Presiding Officer. The Presiding Officer shall have complete charge of the hearing. In addition to other powers and authority granted by law, the presiding officer may: Administer oaths and affirmations; Rule upon offers of proof by the parties; Rule upon the admission and inadmissibility of evidence; Consider and rule upon all procedural and other motions appropriate to the procedures; Examine witnesses; Maintain order; and Limit unnecessarily repetitious or irrelevant evidence or argument. Legal Advisor. The presiding officer may ask the Office of the Attorney General to act as legal advisor to the Commission. The legal advisor may assist the Commission with: Questions of evidence and law; Preparation of the Commission’s written decision; and Any other appropriate advice function. Presenter of Evidence. The presiding officer may ask the Office of the Attorney General to act as the presenter of evidence before the Commission. An Agency staff member may act as the presenter of evidence before the Commission. The presenter of evidence shall have all the rights as a representative for any other party with regard to: Submission of evidence; Examination and cross-examination of witnesses; Preparation of summation and argument; and Filing of objections, exceptions, and motions. Evidence. Only evidence that possesses probative value commonly accepted by reasonable and prudent persons in the conduct of their affairs shall be admitted into the record and considered by the Commission in reaching its decision. The presiding officer may exclude incompetent, irrelevant, immaterial, and unduly repetitious evidence. The presiding officer shall give effect to the rules of privilege recognized by law. In making its determination, the Commission may consider only evidence which has been: Introduced in the course of the hearing; and Made part of the record in the case. Documentary evidence may be received in the form of copies or excerpts, or incorporated by reference. The Commission may use its experience, technical competence, and specialized knowledge in its evaluation of the evidence. The Commission may take notice of: Judicially cognizable facts; and General, technical, or scientific facts within its specialized knowledge. The presiding officer shall inform the parties of notices taken by the Commission. A Party may contest facts so noticed. Rights of Parties. At a hearing, the parties may: Be represented by counsel; Present witnesses; Cross-examine witnesses presented by the other party or presiding officer; Present documentary and other evidence which is relevant; Submit rebuttal evidence; and Present argument. If a party is represented by counsel, submissions of evidence, examination and cross-examination of witnesses, and argument shall be performed solely by counsel. The presiding officer, on the presiding officer's own motion or upon request by a member of the Commission, may call additional witnesses. A member of the Commission may examine a witness. Record and Transcript of Hearing. Record. The Commission shall prepare an official record of the hearing, which shall include all pleadings, testimony, exhibits, and other memoranda or other documents submitted in the proceedings. A record of the hearing shall be made at the expense of the Commission. This record need not be transcribed unless requested by a party or the Commission. Transcript Expense. The cost to obtain a written transcript of any part of a proceeding shall be paid by the party requesting the transcript. The party requesting the transcript is responsible for all costs of transcription. If a party is excepting to, appealing from, or seeking judicial review of the Commission’s proposed or final decision, that party shall request a transcript of the recording, unless a transcript already has been prepared. Decision and Order. Each decision and order rendered by the Commission shall be in writing and accompanied by findings of fact and conclusions of law. A copy of the decision and order and accompanying findings and conclusions shall be transmitted promptly to each party or each party's attorney of record. Consolidation. When proceedings involving a common question of law or fact are pending before the Commission, the Commission may consolidate the proceedings pursuant to a motion or on the Commission’s own initiative. If the consolidated proceedings involve different parties or burdens of going forward or persuasion, the Commission may specify special procedures to assure an expeditious and just proceeding. Default. If, after receiving notice, a party fails to attend or participate in a prehearing conference, hearing, or any other stage of a proceeding, the Commission may: Proceed in that party's absence; Continue the matter to a later time; or Issue a default order against that party. Within 30 days after issuance of a default order, the party in default may submit a written motion requesting that the order be vacated or modified. The Commission may vacate or modify a default order if the Commission finds that: There is a substantial and sufficient basis for an actual controversy on the merits; and It is equitable to excuse the default. If a motion to vacate or modify the default order is not timely submitted, or if a motion is submitted and denied, the default order shall be final and effective when the Chairman signs the order. Dismissal for Lack of Prosecution. If six months pass since a party that initiated an action before the Commission has made a submission or otherwise contacted the Commission to pursue the party’s action, the Commission may dismiss the action. The Commission shall: Document its dismissal of the action in writing; and Transmit the written dismissal to all parties by electronic or regular mail. If a party disagrees with the dismissal, within 30 days of the date of the dismissal notice, the party shall submit, in writing, its factual and legal basis for disagreement. The Commission may reopen the matter if good cause exists to do so. The Commission’s dismissal of an action is final if: No party timely submits written disagreement with the dismissal; or The Commission declines to reopen the matter. Time Modifications and Waivers. The Presiding Officer may modify or waive a time limit established by this title. An administrative law judge may not modify or waive a time limit established by this title, except with the consent of all parties or the consent of the Commission. Service. A party shall promptly serve a copy of any notice, order, pleading, motion, response, correspondence, decision, paper, or other document submitted in a proceeding on all other parties to the proceeding or their authorized representatives. Unless otherwise required by law, a party shall make service by personal delivery or by regular mail. A party may make service on a party to whom a license, registration, or certification has been issued by the Agency or the Commission by delivering a copy to the last address provided the Agency by that party. Every paper or document submitted in a proceeding, other than one submitted by or on behalf of the Commission, shall contain or be accompanied by a certificate of service that: Is signed by or on behalf of the party submitting the paper or document; and Specifies the: Date of service; Manner of service; Name of each person served; and Address at which each person was served. Delegation of Hearing Authority. The Commission may, on a case-by-case basis, delegate to the Office of Administrative Hearings the authority to: Conduct a contested case hearing; and Issue: Proposed or final findings of fact; Proposed or final conclusions of law; Proposed or final findings of fact and conclusions of law; or A proposed or final order. Hearings delegated to the Office of Administrative Hearings. This section applies to a contested case where the Commission has delegated authority to the Office of Administrative Hearings to conduct a contested case hearing under §O(1) of this regulation. The administrative law judge who hears a case shall submit to the Commission a decision that contains one of the following, as delegated by the Commission to the Office of Administrative Hearings: Proposed or final findings of fact; Proposed or final conclusions of law; Proposed or final findings of fact and conclusions of law; or A proposed or final order. When making a decision, the administrative law judge is bound by any regulation, bulletin, final order, or settled and preexisting policy of the Commission to the same extent that the Commission is or would have been bound if the Commission were hearing the case. The Office of Administrative Hearings shall send the administrative law judge’s decision directly to the parties and the Commission. Unless the Commission expressly delegates hearing authority to the Office of Administrative Hearings, the Commission shall hear all contested case matters that come before the Commission. In a hearing delegated to be conducted by an administrative law judge of the Office of Administrative Hearings, these regulations shall be construed, whenever possible, in harmony with COMAR 28.02.01. In the event of conflict between these regulations and COMAR 28.02.01, these regulations control. The Commission may revoke all or part of a delegation previously made to the Office of Administrative Hearings if the Commission believes that the case might: Involve novel or unanticipated factual or legal issues; Have significant social or fiscal consequences; Involve policy issues of general applicability; or Be likely to have precedential value. The Commission may revoke a delegation to the Office of Administrative Hearings at any time before the earlier of: The issuance of a ruling on a substantive issue; or The taking of oral testimony from the first witness. The Commission shall provide written notice of a revocation to all parties and the Office of Administrative Hearings by sending to the parties a notice that: Contains a brief statement of the reason for the revocation; Specifies whether all or part of the delegation to hear the case is revoked; and If less than all of the delegation is revoked, specifies the parts of the contested case for which the delegation has been revoked. The Commission's decision in the case shall reflect the fact that delegation to the Office of Administrative Hearings was revoked. The Commission’s revocation notice shall be included in the record. General Provisions Article, §§3-101—3-501 and 4-101—4-601;State Government Article, §§9-108—9-111, 9-1A-04, 9-1E-04, 10-201, 10-226, and 10-301—10-305; Annotated Code of Maryland Effective date: April 29, 2013 (40:8 Md. R. 725) Regulation .01 amended effective March 30, 2015 (42:6 Md. R. 515); March 14, 2016 (43:5 Md. R. 387) Regulation .01G, L amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .02 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .03 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .04 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .04E amended as an emergency provision effective August 5, 2021 (48:18 Md. R. 690); amended permanently effective January 13, 2022 (49:1 Md. R. 16) Regulation .05 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .05D amended as an emergency provision effective August 5, 2021 (48:18 Md. R. 690); amended permanently effective January 13, 2022 (49:1 Md. R. 16) Regulation .06 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .06O amended as an emergency provision effective August 5, 2021 (48:18 Md. R. 690); amended permanently effective January 13, 2022 (49:1 Md. R. 16) Scope. This chapter establishes a mechanism by which an individual may request to be placed on the Commission's Voluntary Exclusion List of individuals with gambling problems who have requested to self-exclude themselves from a gaming activity or a combination of multiple gaming activities. Definitions. Unless context or regulation dictates otherwise, in this chapter the following terms have the meanings indicated. Terms Defined. “Affiliated entity” means an entity sharing ownership or management with a licensee of a gaming activity. “Commission's Voluntary Exclusion List” means the list established by the Commission that allows an individual to request to be excluded from participating in certain gaming activities for a specified period of time. “Sports wagering licensee” means: Sports wagering facility licensee; Mobile sports wagering licensee; Sports wagering facility operator licensee; and Online sports wagering operator licensee. The Commission shall: Maintain the Commission's Voluntary Exclusion List for individuals who have requested to be excluded from a gaming activity; and Establish measures to reduce and mitigate the effects of problem gambling. An individual may obtain an application for placement on the Commission's Voluntary Exclusion List by: Contacting a licensed video lottery facility and requesting an application from Commission staff; Contacting a licensed instant bingo facility with more than 10 instant bingo machines and requesting an application that is solely for exclusion from a licensed instant bingo facility; Contacting the Agency; or Obtaining an application online Information about an application for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List shall be available at: Each licensed video lottery facility; Each registered fantasy competition operator; Each sports wagering licensee; Each licensed instant bingo facility with more than 10 instant bingo machines; and The Agency. An individual may request to be excluded from: A gaming activity by submitting a completed application for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List to Agency staff; and An instant bingo facility with more than 10 instant bingo machines by submitting a completed application to instant bingo facility staff. A completed application for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List shall include: Sufficient information and documentation to identify, exclude, and contact the individual; A signature of the individual, which may include the use of a Commission-approved secure electronic means; and Any other information about the individual that the Commission requires. Information on a completed application may include the individual’s: Name, including any nickname or alias; Residential address; Date of birth; Valid, unexpired, government-issued identification that includes a photograph of the applicant; Social Security number or other government-issued identification number; Gender identity; Physical description, including any birthmarks, scars, or tattoos; Race or ethnic origin; and A photograph of the individual. A completed application shall identify the length of time requested for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List, which shall be for: At least 2 years; or Life; In the completed application, an applicant shall acknowledge: With the applicant’s written consent, certain problem gambling programs may contact the applicant; The applicant is knowingly and voluntarily applying for inclusion on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; Is sober and informed; That the applicant releases and holds harmless the State of Maryland, the Commission, the Agency, and their members, employees, and agents from any liability that may arise from the application or the individual’s placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; That the Commission is collecting information from the individual that the: Individual may request to inspect or correct under General Provisions Article, §4-502, Annotated Code of Maryland; Commission will maintain as sociological information under General Provisions Article, §4-330, Annotated Code of Maryland; and Commission or its licensees may share with entities as provided in Regulation .05 of this chapter; That the release of information to the persons specified in Regulation .07 of this chapter is permitted; For the entire term of the requested period of exclusion the individual will be prohibited from participating in each gaming activity selected; That there is no automatic removal from the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; That the individual may be subject to criminal charges if, during the period of exclusion, the individual enters a video lottery facility in the State; That the individual may be excluded from participating in the gaming activity of an affiliated entity; That the individual is responsible for knowing from which properties and gaming platforms the individual is excluded; That the individual understands the individual’s responsibilities and possible outcomes associated with being placed on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; and That the individual is voluntarily applying. Upon receipt of a completed application for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List, assigned Agency staff may: Interview the individual in order to confirm that the individual: Is voluntarily applying for exclusion; Is sober and informed; Confirms the information provided in the application is accurate and complete; and Is fully informed of the outcomes associated with being placed on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; and Decide whether to grant or deny the individual’s application for placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List. After determining whether to grant or deny an application, Agency staff shall either: Place the individual on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; or Not place the individual on the Commission's Voluntary Exclusion List. Agency staff shall notify the individual: For placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List, by U.S. Mail; or For denial of an application, by U.S. mail or other agreed upon written communication. Notice to Individual Placed on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List. The Agency’s notice to an individual of placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List for video lottery facilities, shall include: A statement from each video lottery facility informing the individual not to enter the video lottery facility; Notice that, if the individual enters a video lottery facility, the individual may be subject to criminal charges; Notice that the individual may be excluded from gaming activity offered by an affiliated entity in Maryland or another jurisdiction; and Notice that, if the individual enters a video lottery facility that offers sports wagering, the individual may be subject to criminal charges. Registered Fantasy Competition Operator. A registered fantasy competition operator may, on request of an individual, directly exclude the individual from participating in a fantasy competition through its platform. A request for direct exclusion from a fantasy competition operator’s platform: Is not an application for placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List under this chapter; Will not result in placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; Is not a record that is maintained by the Commission; and Does not prevent the person from using another fantasy competition platform in Maryland. Mobile Sports Wagering Licensee. An individual may request direct exclusion from a mobile sports wagering platform. A request for direct exclusion from a mobile sports wagering platform: Is not an application for placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; Will not result in inclusion on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; Is not a record that is maintained by the Commission; and Does not prevent the individual from using another mobile sports wagering platform in Maryland. In this regulation, the following term has the meaning indicated. Term Defined. Unredeemed item: Means a token, voucher, check, ticket, chip, coupon, points, or similar item that has monetary value, and that a player has won, obtained, or otherwise received by playing or participating in a gaming activity. Does not include cash. An individual who applies to be placed on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List contractually agrees to: Redeem or liquidate an unredeemed item with monetary value that the individual has: In their possession since being placed on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; or Received from a fantasy competition, if the individual entered the fantasy competition after placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; and Designate that the proceeds of the item be redeemed and distributed to the Problem Gambling Fund established under State Government Article, §9-1A-33(b), Annotated Code of Maryland. The Commission shall: Establish and maintain a list of individuals: From whom it has received a completed application requesting to be excluded as provided in Regulation .01B of this chapter; Whose request for placement on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List has been accepted under Regulation .02 of this chapter. Provide the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List for video lottery facilities to all video lottery facilities with periodic updates; Enter the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List for lottery play into the Lottery Central System to ensure that an excluded individual’s prizes over $600 on a ticket will be surrendered under Regulation .04 of this chapter; Provide the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List for individuals who have self-excluded from instant bingo to an instant bingo facility with more than 10 instant bingo machines, with periodic updates; Provide the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List for individuals who have self-excluded from participating in fantasy competitions to all registered fantasy competition operators, with periodic updates; and Provide the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List for individuals who have self-excluded from participating in sports wagering to sports wagering facility licensees and mobile sports wagering licensees, with periodic updates, to assist them in identifying excluded individuals. Provide anonymized information from the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List to the Department of Health in accordance with Health General Article, §§5-1001—5-1009, Annotated Code of Maryland. After an individual has been on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List for at least 2 years, the individual may request that the Commission remove the individual from the list. An individual shall submit their request under §A of this regulation in writing to the Commission accompanied by documentation that the individual has: Completed: A problem gambling treatment or prevention program approved by the Commission; or A healthy decision-making program that is sponsored or approved by the Commission, with a licensed professional counselor or other person approved by the Commission; Executed an authorization and release to be removed from the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; and Complied with any requirements deemed necessary by the Commission. The Commission is not required to hold a hearing in order to review the request for removal. If the Commission: Grants the request, it shall: Deliver to the individual by email or regular mail a notice of removal from the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List; and Notify the State’s video lottery facilities, instant bingo facilities with more than 10 instant bingo machines, registered fantasy competition operators, sports wagering facility licensees, and mobile sports wagering licensees, or update the Lottery Central System with the individual’s removal from the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List; or Denies the request, it shall deliver to the individual by email or regular mail a notice that the: Request was denied; and Individual shall remain on the Commissions Voluntary Exclusion List. All records pertaining to an individual’s placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List are sociological information under General Provisions Article, §4-330, Annotated Code of Maryland. Access to records pertaining to an individual’s placement on the Commission’s Voluntary Exclusion List shall be limited to disclosures authorized under General Provisions Article, Title 4, Annotated Code of Maryland, COMAR 36.03.06, and Regulation .05 of this chapter. The Commission may establish a responsible gaming program. A responsible gaming program established by the Commission under §A of this regulation shall be designed to: Reduce or mitigate the effects of problem gambling in the State; and Maximize the access of problem gambling resources by an individual who has a gambling problem. Criminal Law Article, §§12-301.1 and 12-308; State Government Article, §§9-110, 9-1A-24(e), 9-1D-05, 9-1E-04, and 9-1E-11; Annotated Code of Maryland Effective date: April 29, 2013 (40:8 Md. R. 725) Regulation .01 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .02 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .02C amended effective February 3, 2014 (41:2 Md. R. 93); October 22, 2018 (45:21 Md. R. 976) Regulation .03 amended effective February 3, 2014 (41:2 Md. R. 93); February 1, 2016 (43:2 Md. R. 129) Regulation .03B amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .04 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .05B, D amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .06 amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Regulation .06B amended effective February 3, 2014 (41:2 Md. R. 93) Regulation .07B amended effective January 14, 2019 (46:1 Md. R. 13) Chapter revised as an emergency provision effective December 16, 2021 (49:3 Md. R. 137); revised permanently effective May 30, 2022 (49:11 Md. R. 610) Regulation .01 amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .02 amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .03 amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .04B amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .05 amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .06B, D amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439) Regulation .08B amended effective May 26, 2025 (52:10 Md. R. 439)