Illinois Enacts Key Laws for 2026: Tax Changes, Safety Measures, and More

Illinois will end its statewide 1% grocery tax on January 1, 2026, though many local municipalities will continue to levy their own taxes. Several new laws will also take effect, including bans on small plastic toiletries in hotels, easier removal of squatters, protections for drinking water sources, safer gear requirements for firefighters, and various measures related to public safety, environmental conservation, and sports funding.