On that last point, both bills include the same verbiage.
The two bills, called the Internet Gaming Act, have similar scopes and backgrounds.
Jonathan Carroll (D-Northbrook), introduced his bill, HB 2320, just six days later. It’s been nine months since the two bills that would legalize online poker were introduced in the House. You can also visit The Illinois Helpline for more information about problem gambling and how to increase awareness and action on problem gambling. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800- GAMBLER (426-2537) or by texting GAMB to 833234.
