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Springfield Attorney Picked To Chair Illinois Gaming Board

Gov. Bruce Rauner has selected 54 year old Don Tracy, a Springfield attorney and businessman, to become Chair of the state's Gaming Board.   He would replace Aaron Jaffe.

A statement from the administration says Tracy has the background and experience to lead the board "dealing with an important industry in Illinois."

Tracy is a partner in the firm Brown, Hay and Stephens LLP.  He is also general outside counsel and part owner along with his siblings of DOT Foods, the nation's largest food re-distributor.

Tracy supported Rauner in the election, including funding an ad campaign.

Rauner also chose former Will County state senator and judge Tom Dunn to the board.

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