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Illinois gambling expansion proponent decries delays in approval process

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Illinois gambling expansion proponent decries delays in approval process

A leading proponent of last year’s gambling expansion bill in Illinois is lamenting the lengthy approval process for licenses.

State Senator Dave Syverson, R-Rockford, said the Illinois Gaming Board’s recent announcement that it could be six more months before they issue a decision on pending applications is devastating to local communities that are missing out on revenue and jobs.

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