Illinois Gaming Board

Overview

State Gaming Regulator

The Illinois Gaming Board (IGB), headquartered in the Michael A. Bilandic Building, serves as the state’s regulatory and law enforcement agency for all gaming activities. It oversees the integrity and safety of casino gambling, video gaming, and sports wagering across Illinois. The board is responsible for licensing, compliance, and tax collection, ensuring that gaming operations generate revenue for the state and local communities while adhering to strict legal standards. 🎰

Regulatory Functions

Licensing of casinos, video gaming terminals, and sportsbooks
Background investigations and compliance audits
Enforcement of the Illinois Gambling Act
Collection of gaming taxes and fees
Administration of the Self-Exclusion Program for problem gamblers

Public Access

The Chicago office handles administrative duties, board meetings, and public inquiries. Visitors to the Bilandic Building are subject to security screening. The IGB also provides resources for responsible gaming and mechanisms for the public to report illegal gambling activities or prohibited conduct.

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Category: State Agencies Chicago

Address: 160 N LaSalle St # C-300
Chicago
Illinois
60601
United States

Map Directions

Phone: +1 312-814-4700

Website

Year Founded: 1990

Mon:

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Tue:

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Wed:

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Thu:

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Fri:

8:30 am - 5:00 pm

Sat:

Closed

Sun:

Closed

Appointment & Visit Policy:

Walk-ins Welcome (Clerk Office / Counters)
By Appointment Only (Strict Policy)

Payment Methods:

Personal Check
Money Order
Official Online Portal

Parking, Transit & Accessibility:

Paid Parking Garage / Structure
Metered Street Parking (Coins/App)
Wheelchair Accessible Entrance
Elevators Available
ADA Compliant Restrooms

Security, Dress Code & Prohibited Items:

Airport-Style Screening (Metal Detectors)
Valid Photo ID Required for Entry
All Bags Subject to Search
Proof of Appointment Required
No Cameras or Audio Recording
No Weapons (Firearms, Knives, Ammo)

Department Services & Divisions:

Investigations, Licensing, Legal, Audit, Video Gaming

Public Transit / Bus Lines:

Stop: Clark/Lake (Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple Lines), Stop: LaSalle & Randolph (Bus Routes 134, 156)

Jurisdiction Level:

Statewide (Serving the whole State)

Illinois Gaming Board – Chicago, IL

Overview