![After referring to Pottersville in the movie "It's a Wonderful Life," Aaron Shepley said, "If the voters of Crystal Lake want it (gambling) more than me as Mayor,[so be it]. I'm not going to compromise my beliefs."](http://mchenrycountyblog.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/05/Pottersville-with-sign.png)
After referring to Pottersville in the movie “It’s a Wonderful Life,” Aaron Shepley said, “If the voters of Crystal Lake want it (gambling) more than me as Mayor,[so be it]. I’m not going to compromise my beliefs.” It appears members of the Illinois General Assembly do not agree.
Gambling Bills Passed by the Legislature – Part 5
Senate Bill 70 is an exemption to allow video gambling in retail liquor establishments, fraternal or veteran’s organizations closer than 100 feet from a church or school.
Senate Bill 70 allows establishments otherwise able to have slot machines but prohibited because they are too close to to have them. Senator Pam Althoff voted in favor, while Senators Dan Duffy and Karen McConnaughay were in opposition. The tally was 47-6.
In the House, Senate Bill 70 was supported by Mike Tryon. Voting, “No, ” were Jack Franks, David McSweeney, Tim Schmitz and Barbara Wheeler. The vote was 70-41-1.
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