Illinois HB4171 prohibits local governments from regulating, licensing, or taxing sports wagering.
Illinois HB4171 amends the Sports Wagering Act to deny home rule units the authority to regulate, license, or tax sports wagering. This legislation asserts that the regulation and licensing of sports wagering, including fees and surcharges, are exclusive powers of the state. It also prevents local governments from imposing taxes on sports wagering or its receipts. The changes are effective immediately upon the bill's enactment.
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