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IL HB4885

Bill

Official Source

Status

Introduced

2/3/2026

Primary Sponsor

Kevin Olickal

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Origin

House of Representatives

104th General Assembly

AI Summary

  • Amends Illinois Criminal Code Section 28-8 to restrict gambling loss recovery lawsuits to natural persons who are Illinois residents only
  • Excludes losses from fantasy contests against fantasy contest operators, including single-player fantasy contests, from being recoverable through civil action
  • Current law allows persons who lose $50 or more through illegal gambling to sue winners in circuit court to recover losses plus costs
  • If the original loser does not pursue recovery within 6 months, any person may file suit and receive triple damages
  • Takes effect immediately upon becoming law

Legislative Description

CRIM CD-GAMBLING LOSS-FANTASY

Last Action

Assigned to Gaming Committee

3/12/2026

Committee Referrals

Gaming3/12/2026
Rules2/6/2026

Full Bill Text

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