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IL HB5141
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/5/2026
Primary Sponsor
Daniel Didech
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AI Summary
- Expands the definition of "sports event" under Illinois' Sports Wagering Act to include awards shows, specifically the Emmy, Grammy, Academy (Oscar), and Tony Awards, as well as any other live competition or talent contest
- Requires the Illinois Gaming Board to adopt rules permitting wagering on awards shows within 6 months of the law taking effect
- Grants the Illinois Gaming Board authority to use emergency rulemaking procedures to expedite implementation of awards show wagering
- Expands the definition of "sports wagering" to include wagers on individual performance statistics of "other participants" (not just athletes) in covered events
- Takes effect immediately upon becoming law, with emergency rulemaking authority expiring one year after the effective date
Legislative Description
AWARDS SHOW WAGERING
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee
2/10/2026
Committee Referrals
Rules2/10/2026
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