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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Amends the Illinois Gambling Act. Provides that, upon request by an owners licensee authorized to conduct casino gambling in the City of Waukegan and upon a showing of good cause by the owners licensee, the Illinois Gaming Board shall extend the period during which the licensee may conduct gaming at a temporary facility by up to 48 (rather than 30) months. Effective immediately.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Illinois Gambling Act to allow the Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), which is the state agency that regulates gambling, to extend the period during which a casino owner licensee authorized to operate in Waukegan can conduct gaming at a temporary facility. Specifically, upon request and a showing of good cause by the Waukegan licensee, the IGB can extend this period from the current maximum of 30 months to up to 48 months. This change provides more flexibility for casino operators in Waukegan who may need additional time to establish their permanent facilities.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Rules Committee (on 02/06/2026)
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