New rules governing who can use electronic bikes and scooters, including where and how fast they go, will go into effect next year following Gov. JB Pritzker’s signature on Wednesday.
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From Belleville News-Democrat
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The city’s work to serve survivors of domestic and sexual violence through the Family Peace Center could be used as a model for communities across the state under a recently passed law.
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A new state law will make it easier to get prescriptions filled. Pharmacies will be able to electronically transfer more prescriptions from one location to another.
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Illinois agreed to a federal court order issued late last week that will temporarily shield some medical professionals and hospitals from an assisted suicide law that takes effect in September.
From WCIA -
A new Illinois law will close a loophole that advocates say has left domestic violence survivors without protection for weeks or months at a time.
From WGEM -
A new state law will help first responders and law enforcement better identify high-risk domestic violence situations before they become fatal. Sponsors hope it will improve safety for survivors both during and after an incident occurs.
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Governor J.B. Pritzker signed House Bill 2190 into law late last month as part of a bipartisan effort to improve emergency preparedness and protect children in daycare centers throughout Illinois.
From Lake & McHenry County Scanner -
For foster and adoptive parents caring for children of a different ethnicity, a new Illinois law is aimed at making it easier while helping children maintain a connection to their identity and culture.
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The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual summary of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.
From August 2026 Illinois Bar Journal -
New laws bolster recruitment and retention efforts for deputy sheriffs, revoke driving privileges for drivers who cause fatal Move Over crashes.
From Illinois Business Journal -
The ISBA’s sections and committees, legislative affairs staff, and association leaders manage to keep their eye on thousands of bills introduced by the General Assembly every year.
From April 2026 Illinois Bar Journal -
The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual summary of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.
From August 2025 Illinois Bar Journal -
A guide for keeping lawyer-lobbyists away from potential ethical pitfalls.
From August 2024 Illinois Bar Journal -
The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual review of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.
From August 2024 Illinois Bar Journal -
ISBA sections summarize highlights in their practice areas from 2023 and contemplate anticipated developments in 2024.
From December 2023 Illinois Bar Journal -
The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual review of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.
From August 2023 Illinois Bar Journal -
The Illinois Bar Journal’s annual summary of new public acts of interest to members of the Illinois State Bar Association.
From August 2022 Illinois Bar Journal -
Spring 2021 state legislation of interest to ISBA members, organized by topic.
From August 2021 Illinois Bar Journal -
Members are making a difference through the Association’s robust legislative affairs program.
From October 2020 Illinois Bar Journal -
A legislative rule prohibits evidence of immigration status in Illinois civil proceedings.
From September 2020 Illinois Bar Journal