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Introduced
02/05/2025
02/05/2025
In Committee
04/11/2025
04/11/2025
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975. Removes language providing that no employee of the Illinois Racing Board, within a period of one year immediately preceding employment, shall have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Gambling Act. Amends the Illinois Gambling Act. Removes language providing that no employee of the Illinois Gaming Board, within a period of one year immediately preceding employment, shall have been employed or received compensation or fees for services from a person or entity, or its parent or affiliate, that has engaged in business with the Board, a licensee, or a licensee under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 and the Illinois Gaming Act to remove restrictions on employment for members of the Illinois Racing Board and Illinois Gaming Board. Specifically, the bill eliminates language that previously prohibited board members and employees from being employed by or receiving compensation from entities that have done business with the respective boards or licensees within one year prior to their appointment or employment. This change effectively broadens the pool of potential board members and employees by removing the one-year employment restriction. The bill maintains other existing provisions about board member qualifications, such as requirements for good moral character, avoiding conflicts of interest, and restrictions on political activities. By removing the employment waiting period, the bill aims to potentially make board positions more accessible and allow for a wider range of professional backgrounds and expertise to be considered for these regulatory roles in the horse racing and gaming industries.
Committee Categories
Government Affairs
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments (on 04/11/2025)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/BillStatus.asp?DocNum=1704&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104 |
| BillText | https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/104/SB/10400SB1704.htm |
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