With the start of the New Year, there is always a new set of laws to obey.
Nearly 300 new laws are set to take effect on January 1, 2022, covering a range of issues big and small that affect Illinoisans.
A complete list of all new Illinois laws taking effect next year can be found here.
Here’s a look at some of the most interesting laws set to go into effect.
- Minimum Wage Increase (Public Act 101-0001)
- Prescription Drug Price Transparency (SB 1682)
- Student Mental Health Days (HB 576/SB 1577)
- No More Hair Discrimination in Schools (SB 0817)
- Hayli’s Law (SB 0119)
- Juneteenth Officially Becomes a Holiday (HB 3922)
- Standardized Testing Optional (HB 0226)
- Protecting Animals from Abuse (HB 0168)
- American Flags Made At Home (HB 0605), and
- Free from Fees after Losing a Loved One (HB 1022)
For a brief explanation of these laws, click here.
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