Illinois Gaming Board Moves to Ban Credit Cards for Sports Betting

CHICAGO — The Illinois Gaming Board voted at its meeting last month to adopt a proposed rule prohibiting the use of credit cards to fund sports wagering accounts, a move aimed at promoting responsible gambling and reducing risks for problem gamblers. IGB Administrator Marcus Fruchter cited growing research showing that limiting credit access for betting can help mitigate compulsive gambling behavior.

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