HB3733

VID GM&CRIM CD-GAMBLING DEVICE

Introduced·2/7/25
Introduced Text

Illinois HB3733 amends the Video Gaming Act to redefine "gambling device" and strengthen penalties for illegal gambling activities.

HB3733 amends the Video Gaming Act by expanding the definition of "gambling device" to include any vending or electronic machine that offers a chance to win a prize or value. It removes the exemption for using a game device without a license if the activity is not considered gambling under the Criminal Code of 2012. The bill also increases penalties for gambling offenses involving certain devices, classifying them as Class 4 felonies.

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Rules Committee
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Calendar

Mar 25

4:00 PM

House Gaming Committee Hearing

Mar 19, 2025

4:00 PM

Gaming Committee Hearing

History

Mar 27

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee

Mar 12

House

Assigned to Gaming Committee

Mar 21, 2025

House

Rule 19(a) / Re-referred to Rules Committee