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IL SB2667
Bill
Status
5/26/2025
Primary Sponsor
Sara Feigenholtz
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AI Summary
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Expands the definition of "sports event" under the Sports Wagering Act to include awards shows, enabling legal betting on entertainment award ceremonies through licensed sportsbooks
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Defines "awards show" as the Emmy Awards, Grammy Awards, Academy Awards (Oscars), Tony Awards, or any other live competition or talent contest
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Requires the Illinois Gaming Board to adopt rules permitting wagering on awards shows within 6 months of the Act taking effect
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Grants the Illinois Gaming Board emergency rulemaking authority to expedite implementation, with the emergency rulemaking provision automatically repealing one year after enactment
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Takes effect immediately upon becoming law
Legislative Description
AWARDS SHOW WAGERING
Last Action
Rule 2-10 Committee Deadline Established As March 27, 2026
3/13/2026