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Introduced
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
In Committee
02/03/2026
02/03/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
Introduced Session
104th General Assembly
Bill Summary
Creates the Racing Facility Protection Act. Provides that a person licensed under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975 or any person that owns a motorsport racing facility that is authorized to conduct motorsport racing by a recognized national authority or a unit of local government may not be subject to a civil action brought by a surrounding property owner to the racing facility or racetrack for allegations of nuisance, taking, or other theory if the racing facility or racetrack was built before the surrounding real property owner either purchased the real property or built in the area of the racing facility or racetrack.
AI Summary
This bill, titled the Racing Facility Protection Act, aims to shield certain racing facilities from lawsuits brought by neighboring property owners. Specifically, it prevents individuals or entities licensed under the Illinois Horse Racing Act of 1975, or owners of motorsport racing facilities authorized by a national authority or local government, from facing civil actions for issues like nuisance or "taking" (which refers to a government action that deprives a property owner of its use or value). This protection applies if the racing facility or racetrack was established and operational before the complaining property owner purchased their land or developed their property in the vicinity. The bill defines "motorsport racing" as competitive races involving motor vehicles or motorcycles, and "racing facility" or "racetrack" as the designated area for horse or motorsport races, including all associated structures and grounds.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Referred to Assignments (on 02/03/2026)
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