Gambling Expansion
Lang Steps Aside As Gambling Expansion Sponsor Over ‘Perceived Conflict’
The longtime backer of a push to expand gambling in Illinois has dropped his name from a pending bill over “perceived conflict of interest” with a law firm where he’s counsel.
Senate Approves New Gambling Expansion Plan
A refined plan to add more casinos and slot machines in Illinois — clarified to quell concerns over who would control a Chicago casino — was approved by the Illinois Senate on Wednesday, a proposal supporters believe is their best chance yet to expand gambling in the state.
Quinn Says He’ll Need The Weekend To Decide On Gambling Expansion
It is sounding like Gov. Pat Quinn is not going to allow the casino expansion bill, which includes a Chicago casino, to become law as it is written.
Emanuel Pushes For Chicago Casino Legislation As Deadline Looms
Gov. Pat Quinn has until Tuesday of next week to decide whether he will sign, reject or alter legislation expanding gambling in Illinois – and allowing a casino in Chicago.
Quinn Says He Won’t Be Signing Latest Gambling Bill
Members of the Illinois General Assembly trying to make a deal with Gov. Pat Quinn over the latest gambling expansion bill have promised him they will pass an ethics ordinance this fall if he will just sign the bill.
Bill For New Casinos Soon To Land On Quinn’s Desk
A bill that would create five new casinos in Illinois will likely land on Gov. Pat Quinn’s desk by the end of the month.
Lawmakers Pass Huge Gambling Expansion Bill, But Will Quinn Approve It?
Illinois lawmakers are rolling the dice once again on a gambling bill, but its fate remains unclear.
Speaker Not Optimistic About Casino Expansion This Year
Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan said Tuesday that he’s not sure casino legislation will be going very far in Springfield this spring.
Report Commissioned By Quinn Casts Doubt On Gambling Revenues
A new report commissioned by Gov. Pat Quinn says the initial gambling expansion bill passed by lawmakers in May would bring in about $840 million less in new revenue than supporters have claimed.
State Rep Says Gambling Bill Must Pass This Week
If a gambling bill is going to come to a vote, it has to happen this week, according to the architect of the latest incarnation of legislation to expand gambling in Illinois.
New Casino Is ‘Cannibalizing’ Business At Other Facilities, Official Says
New figures seem to support the argument that new casinos cannibalize the profits of existing ones.
Springfield Businesses Polled On Statewide Gambling Expansion
While Illinois waits for Gov. Pat Quinn to decide what to do with gambling legislation on his desk, the chamber of commerce in one of the cities affected is surveying its members to ask what they think.
Quinn: Gambling Expansion Remains Up In The Air
Gov. Pat Quinn is telling reporters a decision on a bill to greatly expand casino gambling in Illinois is still very much up in the air.
Crime Commission Blasts Gambling Expansion Plan
The Chicago Crime Commission on Wednesday said that legislation to allow for a massive expansion of gambling in Illinois is “deeply flawed” and would be bad for the state.
Report: Not All Campaign Donations From Gambling Industry Tied To Legislation
Campaign donations from the gambling industry aren’t necessarily related to the recent passage of a major Illinois gambling expansion, a review of donations from the industry to lawmakers shows.
Quinn, Gaming Board Chairman To Discuss Gambling Expansion
Gov. Pat Quinn plans Thursday to meet with Illinois Gaming Board Chairman Aaron Jaffe, as the governor weighs whether to sign the bill that would dramatically expand gambling in Illinois.
Gov. Quinn Still ‘Undecided’ On Gambling Expansion Bill
Governor Quinn continues to insist he hasn’t decided yet if he’ll sign that major Illinois gambling expansion bill.
Survey: Most Illinois Residents Oppose Gambling Expansion
In a new survey, the Chicago Crime Commission says voters throughout the state are against the expansion of casino gambling, as a bill now on Gov. Pat Quinn’s desk would authorize.
Agriculture Industry Pushes For Gambling Expansion
It’s unclear how Gov. Pat Quinn will move forward with the gambling expansion passed by Illinois lawmakers, but some in the agriculture industry are urging him to sign it as-is.
Religious Leaders To Fight Illinois Gambling Expansion
Gov. Pat Quinn’s office could soon be bombarded with calls from religious leaders as he considers whether or not to sign the gambling expansion bill.
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