New Laws in 2026

New Laws in 2026

  • Posted by Barrington Hills
  • On December 31, 2025

Along with celebrations to usher in the New Year come, too, new Illinois laws taking effect in 2026.

These new laws relate to a wide range of areas, including Energy and Environment, Municipal & State Governance, Public Safety & Health, Housing, Healthcare, and, of course, Revenue and Taxation.

Below are two links highlighting a few laws that may affect you. A full list of the 2026 new Illinois laws can be found here.

New Laws for the New Year: Illinois’ Grocery Tax Ends, Aquifer Protections Begin
Daily Herald | December 26, 2025
Ben Szalinski and Brenden Moore of Capitol

Hundreds of new laws take effect in Illinois in 2026. Full list and what you should know
NBCChicago.com | December 30, 2025
NBC Chicago Staff