SB2800

SPORTS WAGERING-NO LOCAL TAXES

Introduced·1/13/26
Introduced Text

Illinois SB2800 prohibits local governments from regulating, licensing, or taxing sports wagering.

Illinois SB2800 amends the Sports Wagering Act to ensure that only the state can regulate and license sports wagering, including fees and surcharges. Local governments, or home rule units, are barred from imposing any regulations, licenses, or taxes on sports wagering. This change is effective immediately upon the bill's enactment.

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Where it stands

Current
Assignments Committee
Next
Session adjourned — paused until it reconvenes

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History

May 22

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 22

Senate

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments

May 15

Senate

Rule 2-10 Committee/3rd Reading Deadline Established As May 22, 2026