State Representative Dennis Tipsword (il) | Representative Dennis Tipsword, Jr. (R) 105th District
State Representative Dennis Tipsword (il) | Representative Dennis Tipsword, Jr. (R) 105th District
New Year's Day 2024 will usher in a series of new state laws across Illinois, covering a wide range of issues. Representative Tipsword highlighted some of the key changes that will take effect on January 1, including gun registration rules, minimum wage increases, and new protections against fentanyl overdose.
Regarding gun registration, despite ongoing legal challenges, gun owners in Illinois are required to register firearms and ammunition listed under the new law by the January 1 deadline. The Illinois State Police has been tasked with creating rules for the registration process.
In terms of minimum wage, Illinois will see an automatic increase from $13.00 to $14.00 per hour for non-tipped workers. Tipped employees will also experience a wage increase from $7.80 to $8.40 per hour. These changes are mandated by the Illinois Minimum Wage Law.
Furthermore, several other laws will come into effect on New Year's Day. Drivers will be prohibited from video conferencing while behind the wheel, electronic cigarettes and vapes will be banned in public places and near building entrances, and utility companies will be barred from cutting off electric or gas service to residential customers when the temperature reaches 90 degrees.
Additionally, all new single and multi-family homes will be required to have electric vehicle-capable parking, including the necessary infrastructure for charging. Children testifying in abuse cases will no longer have to confront their abusers in open court, and pharmacies and retail stores will be permitted to sell fentanyl test strips over the counter. Schools will also be mandated to have an opioid antagonist in secure locations to address potential opioid overdoses.
While many new laws will be implemented, Representative Tipsword expressed disappointment that several necessary fixes were left unaddressed. He specifically highlighted concerns surrounding the Safe-T-Act and the need for changes to restore public safety in communities and support law enforcement. He emphasized the importance of making crime illegal again in Illinois in the coming year.
As New Year's Day approaches, Illinois residents should familiarize themselves with these new laws to ensure compliance and stay informed about the changes that will impact their daily lives.
Click this link to access more information: https://reptipsword.com/2023/12/27/january-1-laws-you-should-know-about/
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