State of Illinois

State of Illinois

Illinois Lawmakers Propose PFAS Restrictions in New Bill

Representative Michael J. Kelly has introduced House Bill 1295 in the Illinois General Assembly, aiming to significantly expand regulations on per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) in consumer products. The bill, part of the 104th General Assembly for 2025-2026, proposes amendments to the existing PFAS Reduction Act with far-reaching implications for […]

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ISBE Issues Guidance on Immigration Enforcement in Schools

The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has taken a proactive step to address potential immigration enforcement actions in schools by releasing comprehensive guidance for educational institutions across the state. Key Points of the Guidance Reaffirming Educational Rights: The guidance strongly reinforces the longstanding right of all students to access […]

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Republican Illinois Lawmakers Propose Repeal of Reproductive Health Act

Republican lawmakers in Illinois have introduced a bill that would repeal the state’s Reproductive Health Act and significantly restrict abortion access. House Bill 1333, introduced by Representative Paul Jacobs, aims to replace the current law with the “Illinois Abortion Law of 2025”. This law would override language in the Illinois […]

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Illinois Joins IRS Direct File Service to Offer Free Tax Filing to Two Million Eligible Residents

Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) have announced Illinois’ participation in the IRS Direct File service, set to commence on January 27, 2025. This initiative will enable nearly two million eligible Illinois taxpayers to prepare and electronically file their 2024 federal tax returns at no cost. […]

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New Illinois Law Strengthens Consumer Protections Against Automatic Contract Renewals

Illinois has strengthened protections for consumers against the potential pitfalls of automatic contract renewals. The latest amendment to the Automatic Contract Renewal Act, which was recently passed by the Illinois General Assembly, aims to ensure that consumers are fully informed and agree explicitly to contractual terms that extend automatically. Under […]