The coronavirus outbreak has forced players to calculate their risks. In some games - such as blackjack and poker - gamblers and dealers huddle in small spaces. The six casinos collectively employ thousands of people. “The casinos can choose to close under their own volition in emergencies and will notify the so that we can coordinate efforts together,” an agency spokesperson said. Maryland’s six casinos - private businesses regulated by the state - are given discretion in emergencies about remaining open, so long as they consult with the regulatory agency.
“The situation continues to evolve and our requirements will change as conditions demand.” “They are developing and implementing best practices together as a group and in conjunction with their corporate headquarters,” Medenica said. Gordon Medenica, the state’s Lottery and Gaming director, said Friday that the agency had asked the casinos “to provide guidance to us on their plans for social distancing and other preventative measures to limit the spread of the virus.”
