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    ICGA

    Illinois Casino Gaming Association (ICGA)

    Published 10/21/2011 | By tribalcasino

    In 1990, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Riverboat Gambling Act, allowing for the operation of 10 riverboat casinos in Illinois. The Act allows for riverboat gambling upon any water within or on the border of the State of Illinois, other than Lake Michigan. Chicago area riverboats are located on the Des Plaines, Fox, Illinois and Mississippi Rivers.

    You must be 21 years of age to board a riverboat that has gambling, and wagering must be cashless, so tokens and chips are used.

    The Illinois Casino Gaming Association (ICGA) represents 7 of the 9 casinos currently operating in Illinois. The association coordinates industry initiatives, including advocacy and education on such issues as economic development, community service and responsible gaming. Continue reading →

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    Did You Know…

    The national prevalence rate for lifetime pathological gambling is only 0.8%. In comparison, alcohol dependence is 13.8%, drug dependence is 6.2%, and major depression is 6.4%. Indian Tribes have model programs for problem gamblers. In many areas, like Arizona, North Dakota and Connecticut, Indian Tribes are the primary funding source for such programs.
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