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SB 3022

GAMBLING-WAGERING TAX

104th Regular Session Introduced by Mary Edly-Allen and 1 co-sponsor

SB 3022 modifies Illinois gambling and wagering tax structures, affecting state revenue and gaming industry competitiveness in early legislative stages.

Rule 3-9(a) / Re-referred to Assignments
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Bill Summary · SB 3022

Legislative bill overview

SB 3022 proposes to establish or modify gambling and wagering tax provisions in Illinois. The bill was recently introduced by Senator Adriane Johnson and is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having just been referred to the Assignments Committee after its first reading.

Why is this important

Gambling and wagering taxes directly affect state revenue, potentially funding education, infrastructure, or social services depending on how revenues are allocated. Changes to these tax structures can influence the competitiveness of Illinois's gaming industry compared to neighboring states and impact both casino operators and individual consumers through adjusted tax burdens.

Potential points of contention

  • Tax rate adjustments – Whether increased or decreased tax rates on gambling operations will be economically beneficial or harmful to the industry and state revenue
  • Revenue allocation – How generated tax revenue will be distributed among state programs, and whether those allocations align with legislative priorities
  • Competitive impact – Whether tax changes will make Illinois more or less attractive to gaming businesses and consumers compared to neighboring states like Indiana and Iowa

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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