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SB 3899

STARS ACT

104th Regular Session Introduced by Lakesia Collins and 1 co-sponsor

Establishes a framework to develop modern sports facilities, especially for women’s professional sports, to spur job creation, tourism, and regional economic growth in Illinois.

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Bill Summary · SB 3899

Summary of Bill SB3899 (104th General Assembly, Illinois)

Title

Sports Tourism and Regional Strengthening Act

Purpose and Intent

SB3899 creates a framework to support development of modern sports facilities, with an emphasis on women’s professional sports, to stimulate economic activity, job creation, and regional development in Illinois. The bill articulates legislative findings about the current shortage of suitable facilities in the Chicago metropolitan area and the economic and social benefits of investing in women’s professional sports infrastructure.

Key Provisions

  • Establishment and title: The act is intended to be cited as the Sports Tourism and Regional Strengthening Act.
  • Legislative findings:
    • There is deteriorating or insufficient sports facilities in the Chicago metropolitan area, affecting professional teams and cultural organizations.
    • Women’s professional sports face economic constraints and historically less investment; modern facilities could address these gaps.
    • Investment in sports facilities is expected to stimulate economic activity, including construction jobs, infrastructure, and attraction/retention of events.
    • Growth of women’s professional sports (e.g., references to the National Women’s Soccer League, NWSL) demonstrates market potential and public demand; supporting women’s sports contributes to gender equity and broader economic development.
    • Construction and operation of facilities would create skilled labor opportunities with wages and benefits, promoting diversity and inclusion in the workforce.
    • Sports facilities can attract tourism, boosting retail, hospitality, and entertainment sectors.
  • Effective date: The act takes effect immediately upon becoming law.

Who/What is Affected

  • Geographic focus: Chicago metropolitan area infrastructure and facilities, with a stated aim to address shortages relevant to professional, cultural, and social organizations.
  • Targeted beneficiaries: Women’s professional sports teams and events, construction and labor forces (with emphasis on diverse participation), local economies dependent on tourism, hospitality, and entertainment.
  • Broader impact: Economic development in Illinois through facility creation, job generation, and increased regional competitiveness in hosting sports and entertainment activities.

Procedural and Timeline Aspects

  • Status: Introduced February 6, 2026, by Sen. Lakesia Collins; co-sponsored by the same sponsor.
  • Committee and floor actions: Multiple procedural milestones noted, including assignment to committees, with Rule 2-10 deadlines set for late March to May 2026, indicating upcoming committee review and potential floor consideration.
  • Immediate effect: The act is stated to take effect upon becoming law.

Notes

  • The bill does not specify funding mechanisms, grant programs, tax incentives, or specific project approval processes within this text. It emphasizes findings that justify potential support and economic rationale for investing in women’s sports facilities as a driver of regional strength and tourism.
  • As introduced, the bill outlines intent and foundational justification rather than a detailed funding plan. Further amendments would likely clarify financing, oversight, and project criteria if advanced.

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

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