Senate Sponsors: MADIGAN,R. Short description: RIVER BEAUTIFUL ACT Synopsis of Bill as introduced: Creates the River Beautiful Act. Provides that the Department of Natural Resources shall initiate programs to preserve and protect Illinois rivers. Amends the State Finance Act to create the River Beautiful Fund. Amends the Riverboat Gambling Act. Provides that a portion of the wagering tax that is currently paid into the Education Assistance Fund shall instead be paid into the River Beautiful Fund and used for the purposes specified in the River Beautiful Act. Effective immediately. Last action on Bill: SESSION SINE DIE Last action date: 01-01-09 Location: Senate Amendments to Bill: AMENDMENTS ADOPTED: HOUSE - 0 SENATE - 0 END OF INQUIRY Full Text Bill Status