Increasing the tax rate on sports wagering appears to be a sensible approach for states to increase their revenue. Stakeholders, however, assert that unexpected consequences will probably affect Illinois consumers. An appropriations line for money to address the Democrats' unbridled "spending addiction" was proposed by a Republican congressman during the house budget debate.
The governor's desk now holds the budget bill, and it appears certain that he will sign it. Stakeholders assert that this will determine Illinois bettors' destiny.
The governor's desk now holds the budget bill, and it appears certain that he will sign it. Stakeholders assert that this will determine Illinois bettors' destiny.