New 2022 Laws Families Need to Know
New Illinois Laws Effective January 1, 2022
With the new year, several new laws and changes to existing statutes and processes have come into effect. These changes could directly impact you and your family. Here are some key legal updates:
Child Relocation – (SB 00259)
Changes to the Illinois Marriage and Dissolution of Marriage Act allow clients to seek judicial approval for a child’s temporary relocation during divorce proceedings. This prioritizes the child’s best interests.
Changes to Adoption Act – (SB 00107)
The adoption process in Illinois now mandates that the biological mother furnish additional details for the identification affidavit during an adoption proceeding.
Children with Autism & Insurance Coverage – (SB 01592)
Illinois Insurance Code amendments prevent insurers from denying covered services for children with autism based on service location.
Mental Health Absences for Students – (SB 01577)
Public school students can now have up to five mental health-related absences without a note. Students will be allowed to make up any work they miss.
Disabled Parking Permit for Pregnant Women – (HB 03027)
Expectant mothers in their third trimester can now use a 90-day disability parking decal from the Secretary of State.
Gender-Identifying Language in Marriage License – (SB 00139)
Married individuals can now request a copy of their marriage license with the term “spouse” rather than any gender-identifying language.
Standardized Testing Is Now Optional – (HB0226)
Illinois high school students can now choose whether to submit standardized test scores when applying to public universities, as admissions decisions no longer rely on ACT or SAT results.
Lemonade Stands Do Not Need a Permit – (SB 0112)
Children under the age of 16 who run lemonade stands (or any stands that sell non-alcoholic beverages) will not be required to have a permit, even in public parks.
Learn more about the complete list of all 286 new Illinois laws for 2022.
Contact us at contact@jlonglaw.com or 312-344-3644 If you have any questions about how these new laws affect you and your family.
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