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IL SB3432
Bill
Status
1/9/2019
Primary Sponsor
Napoleon Harris
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AI Summary
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Creates the Sports Wagering Act allowing sports wagering only after federal prohibition statutes are repealed or ruled unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court, as determined by the Illinois Gaming Board.
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Authorizes gaming facilities to offer sports wagering in-person and over the Internet through licensed interactive sports wagering platforms, with platforms paying an initial $10,000 fee and annual $5,000 renewal fees.
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Requires sports wagering operators to verify customer age, allow self-exclusion options, conduct employee background checks, and prohibit wagering by operators, employees, athletes, coaches, and sports officials to maintain integrity.
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Imposes a 12.5% tax on gross sports wagering revenue, with all revenues deposited into the State Gaming Fund, and requires annual reporting on accounts, wagers, winnings, and player exclusions.
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Establishes civil penalties of up to $5,000 per violation (maximum $50,000 per transaction) and amends the Criminal Code to exempt sports wagering conducted under this Act from gambling prohibitions.
Legislative Description
SPORTS WAGERING ACT
Last Action
Session Sine Die
1/9/2019