State Representative David Harris (R)

Years served: 1983-1993; 2011 - Present

Committee assignments: Revenue & Finance (Republican Spokesperson); Aging; Appropriations-General Service; Mass Transit; State Government Administration; Health Care Availability Access; Income Tax; Procedures Subcommittee; Tax Sales Subcommittee.

GAMBLING

Harris voted for the most massive expansion of gambling in Illinois history.

Harris voted for SB744 which allows for five new casinos (including one Chicago-owned casino), slot machines at the state’s horse racing tracks, slot machines at Chicago’s two airports, more gaming positions at existing casinos, and slot machines and year-round racing at the Illinois State Fairgrounds in Springfield. (2011)

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