In this subtitle, “problem gambler” means an individual: (1) Who is preoccupied chronically and progressively with gambling and the urge to gamble; and (2) Whose gambling behavior compromises, disrupts, or damages the individual’s personal, family, or vocational pursuits.
The General Assembly finds that: (1) Problem gambling is a serious social problem; (2) There is evidence that the availability of gambling increases the risk of becoming a problem gambler; and (3) This State, with its extensive legalized gambling, has an obligation to provide a program of treatment for problem gamblers.
The Secretary shall establish a network of clinically appropriate services to problem gamblers throughout the State.
(a) (1) The Secretary shall make grants from or agreements for the use of State funds, including the funds provided under § 9–1A–33 of the State Government Article, and federal funds to help public agencies or nonprofit organizations operate the network of clinically appropriate services for problem gamblers who reside in the State to provide the following: […]
