📜 Historical Overview of Illinois Online Casino
2019 – Legalization of Sports Betting
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June 28, 2019: Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed a bill legalizing sports betting in the state.
Event Date Legalization Signed June 28, 2019
2020 – Rapid Expansion of Gaming
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August 2020: The Illinois Gaming Board began issuing sports betting licenses to casinos and online platforms.
Event Date First Licenses Issued August 2020 -
September 2020: Online sports betting platforms launched, allowing Illinois residents to bet from home.
Event Date First Online Bets September 2020
2021 – Introduction of Online Casinos
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March 2021: The Illinois legislature passed a bill to allow online casino gaming, expanding the betting options available to residents.
Event Date Online Casino Bill Passed March 2021
2022 – Launch of Online Casino Platforms
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February 2022: The first online casino platforms launched in Illinois, marking a new era in gaming.
Event Date First Online Casinos Live February 2022
2023 – Growth and Regulation
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January 2023: The online gaming market in Illinois sees significant growth, with multiple operators providing services.
Event Date Market Growth Noted January 2023 -
March 2023: New regulations are introduced to enhance player protection and customer support services.
Event Date New Regulations Enforced March 2023