By McHenry Times |
Dec 22, 2023
As we approach the end of 2023, Illinois is preparing for the implementation of more than 300 new laws on January 1, 2024. While a comprehensive list of these laws is available for public viewing, here are some of the more notable ones that will take effect in the new year.One issue that has received attention during the fall veto session is the expiration of bipartisan legislation that established higher minimum prison terms for individuals convicted of certain crimes. Democratic lawmakers have refused to extend this legislation, which aimed to keep Illinoisans safer....