House Sponsors: WINTERS. Short description: RIVERBOAT-WAGER TAX-BID Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Requires an advisory referendum before dockside gambling may be authorized under the Act. Requires a new applicant for an owners license to competitively bid what percentage of adjusted gross receipts it shall pay as a wagering tax, with the new license going to the highest bidder. Prohibits licensees from making any political contributions. Requires each licensee to make a quarterly report to the Board indicating profits and losses. HOUSE AMENDMENT NO. 1. Adds reference to: 230 ILCS 10/7 from Ch. 120, par. 2407 230 ILCS 10/7.1 new Further amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Provides that the referendum shall be required before any gambling is authorized under the Act rather than before dockside gambling is authorized under the Act. Provides that an owners license subject to renewal shall be subject to competitive bidding based on what portion of adjusted gross receipts will be paid to the State. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 99-01-12 Location: House Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 1 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status