Illinois lawmakers propose blocking Chicago sports betting tax
Five Illinois Democratic lawmakers introduced a bill to bar municipalities and counties from taxing or charging fees on sports betting. Rep. Daniel Didech filed the measure on 20 October in response to Chicago’s proposed 10.25% tax on online sportsbook revenue from bets placed within city limits; the General Assembly is due to reconvene on 14 January.
If enacted, the bill would restrict local governments’ ability to impose sports betting taxes and fees.