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law-and-government2 years ago

"Illinois Ushers in 2024 with New Laws on Weapons, Censorship, and Fuzzy Dice"

Illinois is enacting 320 new laws in 2024, including a ban on semi-automatic weapons, a prohibition on library book bans to maintain state funding, a requirement for employers to offer paid time off, and an increase in the minimum wage to $14 per hour. Other notable laws include restrictions on police traffic stops for air fresheners, a ban on videoconferencing while driving, a prohibition on indoor vaping, and the option for businesses to install all-gender multi-occupancy restrooms. Teenagers will also be able to pre-register to vote when obtaining a driver's license or state ID.

via New York Post |
##illinoislaws#law-and-government
legislation2 years ago

"Illinois Ushers in 2024 with Over 300 New Laws Including Weapons Ban and Library Protections"

Illinois is enacting 320 new laws as of 2024, including a ban on semi-automatic weapons, a prohibition on library book bans, a requirement for paid time off, and various public safety measures such as restrictions on indoor vaping, the use of license-plate reader technology, and the regulation of videoconferencing while driving. The state is also implementing measures to protect against deepfake pornography and to allow for all-gender multi-occupancy restrooms, as well as enabling teens to pre-register to vote.

via The Associated Press|
##illinoislaws#legislation
law-and-government2 years ago

"Illinois Welcomes 2024 with Over 300 New Laws Including Legalized Fuzzy Dice"

Illinois is enacting a variety of new laws, including one that allows drivers to hang items like fuzzy dice from their rearview mirrors without risk of being pulled over. Other significant laws include gun control measures such as red-flag laws in Minnesota and a ban on ghost guns in Colorado, as well as laws addressing online activities, like requiring age verification on pornographic websites in North Carolina. LGBTQ+ issues are also addressed, with conservative states imposing restrictions on gender-affirming treatments for minors, while Democrat-led states are implementing protections. Additionally, over 20 states are raising their minimum wages, and various states are adjusting tax policies to benefit residents.

via KTVI Fox 2 St. Louis|
##guncontrol#illinoislaws
legalregulatory2 years ago

"Illinois Ushers in 2024 with Over 300 New Laws, Including Key Changes for Landlords"

Illinois is implementing over 300 new laws on January 1, 2024, impacting various sectors including employment, public safety, transportation, and health. Key laws include a minimum of 40 hours of paid leave for nearly all employees, the establishment of a vehicle theft hotline in Cook County, a ban on videoconferencing while driving, eligibility for non-citizens to become police officers, and measures against price gouging of essential drugs. Additionally, there are updates to school crisis response plans, allergen safety education, and improvements in public transit, including free services for domestic violence victims.

via NBC Chicago|
##consumerprotection#educationreform
legalregulatory2 years ago

"Illinois 2024: Key New State Laws and Landlord Regulations Starting Jan. 1"

Illinois is set to implement over 300 new laws starting January 1, 2024, affecting various aspects of daily life. Notable changes include a ban on videoconferencing while driving, stricter regulations for motorcycle licenses, and the requirement for electric vehicle-capable parking spaces in new homes. Healthcare reforms will see the introduction of electronic prescriptions for controlled substances, the sale of fentanyl test strips over the counter, and coverage for home saliva cancer screenings. In education, there will be a focus on trauma-informed practices and mental health resources. Employee rights are also addressed, with laws mandating paid leave for public transit costs and unpaid leave for family members affected by violent crimes. Consumer protection is strengthened with measures against price gouging in essential drugs and the establishment of a vehicle theft hotline.

via NBC Chicago|
##employeerights#healthcarereforms