HB5840 Summary

• Organization licensees under the Illinois Horse Racing Act and licensed owners under the Riverboat Gambling Act must withhold money from winning wagers and gaming winnings for individuals delinquent in child support, as specified in the Income Withholding for Support Act.

• Withholding is required when cash winnings of $1,200 or more are paid to an individual identified in the State Case Registry as delinquent in child support; licensees may retain an administrative fee of 5% of withheld amounts or $250, whichever is less.

• Withheld amounts must be transmitted to the Department of Healthcare and Family Services within 7 business days, along with obligor identification information and case details; obligors receive a receipt documenting the withholding.

• A licensed owner who fails to withhold required child support amounts cannot renew their license upon expiration but must instead apply for a new license.

• The Department of Healthcare and Family Services must provide licensees with information about all individuals in the State Case Registry determined to be delinquent in child support payments; licensees are immune from civil or criminal liability for complying with withholding requirements.