On May 14, 2009, Delaware Governor Jack Markell (Democrat) signed a bill into law to allow sports betting and declare the state's intention to introduce table games such as blackjack and roulette - and apparently poker. This will cover the casinos in the state's three horse racetracks.
Delaware Rep. Peter C. Schwartzkopf (Democrat) introduced the gambling-expansion legislation saying it was partly in response to Maryland's decision to legalize slots.
"It gives our casinos a competitive advantage, so we can make sure player's stay in our borders," he said. "Since Maryland and Pennsylvania legalized slots, it gives us all the more reason to stay competitive."