HB2557 Summary

• Removes the phrase "at other premises or" from the definition of "special permit," allowing special permits only for conducting bingo on other days (not other premises) not exceeding 5 consecutive days

• Removes the phrase "at other premises and" from Section 1.3(7), which governs special permits issued by the Department, clarifying that special permits apply only to different days rather than different locations

• Allows licensees to conduct bingo at the Illinois State Fair or any county fair during each day the fair is held without requiring a special permit or fee

• Limits any one organization to no more than 2 special permits per year

• Limits limited licenses to no more than 2 per organization per year, each allowing bingo at up to 2 indoor or outdoor festivals for a maximum of 5 consecutive days per occasion