Illinois authorities plan to prohibit the use of credit cards for purchasing goods in retail stores and online sports betting.
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Loosen Up, Credit Card Sports Wagering Users in Illinois!
It's time to say goodbye to using credit cards to bet on sports in Illinois. The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB) has taken a step towards change.
During a meeting on the 24th of April, 2025, the IGB voted unanimously to initiate modifications to the state's gambling rules. These modifications aim to forbid retail and online sportsbooks in Illinois from processing credit card transactions for wagering purposes.
IGB Administrator Marcus Fruchter explained that these proposed adjustments are part of a broader review of existing regulations and practices. Fruchter pointed out that the state legalized sports betting five years ago, and the IGB is now examining potential improvements. The ban on credit card usage is among the proposed changes.
With the proposed changes, Illinois could soon join a growing list of states that restrict credit card usage for sports betting. Fruchter and the IGB believe these measures will promote responsible gambling and minimize the risks of compulsive gambling.
In addition to this ban, the IGB also approved rules enabling cashless wagering via digital wallets at all Illinois casinos. This expansion of cashless wagering options could further encourage responsible gambling behaviors.
Currently, the proposed changes are subject to review by the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules (JCAR), which will allow for public comment before making a final decision. Stay tuned for more updates on the future of sports betting in Illinois!
- As a result of the Illinois Gaming Board's (IGB) decision, sportsbooks in Illinois will no longer be able to process credit card transactions for sports betting.
- The new regulations proposed by the IGB in Illinois also include the approval of rules that enable cashless wagering via digital wallets at all Illinois casinos.
- The Illinois Gaming Board, in their broader review of existing regulations, has suggested a ban on credit card usage for sports betting, aiming to promote responsible gambling and minimize risks.
