HB5141 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

AWARDS SHOW WAGERING
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Daniel Didech
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
5 ILCS 100/5-45.71 new  
230 ILCS 45/25-10  
230 ILCS 45/25-66 new  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Sports Wagering Act. Specifies that, for purposes of the Act, the term "sports event" includes any awards show. Provides that "awards show" means the Emmy Awards Show, the Grammy Awards Show, the Academy Awards Show, the Tony Awards Show, or any other live competition or talent contest. Grants rulemaking and emergency rulemaking powers to the Illinois Gaming Board to authorize wagering on awards shows. Amends the Illinois Administrative Procedure Act to make conforming changes. Effective immediately.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Daniel Didech
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee