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IL HB2943
Bill
Status
4/21/2021
Primary Sponsor
Barbara Hernandez
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AI Summary
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Amends the Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act to require warnings on video games containing loot boxes.
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Defines "loot box" as an add-on transaction that randomly unlocks features or enhances entertainment value, or allows additional purchases with unknown content until after purchase.
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Requires a conspicuous warning stating: "Attention Parents: A Loot Box System exists in this game that permits an unlimited amount of REAL MONEY to be spent without any age restriction" and linking loot boxes to gambling addictions.
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Makes it an unlawful practice for game publishers and digital game distributors to publish or distribute games with loot boxes that lack the required warning.
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Subjects violating publishers and distributors to liability for civil damages in addition to Consumer Fraud Act penalties.
Legislative Description
LOOT BOXES WARNING REQUIRED
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
5/21/2021