Laws

Massachusetts Ushers in Sweeping New Laws for 2025: From Workplace Equity to Climate Initiatives

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Boston, MA – As Massachusetts ushers in innovative changes with the new year, a number of critical laws are set to reshape the professional and personal lives of its residents. Signed by Governor Maura Healey, these laws span various aspects such as workplace rights, data transparency, family law amendments, and a push towards clean energy, mirroring the state’s commitment to adaptability and progress in an ever-evolving society. Among the pivotal changes is the Francis Perkins Workplace Equity Act, effective from Oct. 29, 2025, mandating that employers with at least 25 employees disclose salary ranges in … Read more

Minnesota Rings in 2025 with Sweeping New Laws: Enhanced Consumer Protections, Expanded Health Coverage, and Voting Access on College Campuses

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — As 2025 dawned, Minnesota introduced a slate of new laws, taking effect on Jan. 1, encompassing everything from consumer protection to health insurance coverage, in a legislative push heavily influenced by the state’s Democratic-Farmer-Labor (DFL) majority. These statutes, a result of the recent legislative session’s partisan efforts, are set to alter the day-to-day lives of Minnesotans across a broad spectrum. In consumer affairs, Minnesota has taken a firm stance against hidden fees in transactions, implementing a ban on junk fees that ensures businesses must include the total price in the sale … Read more

New Hampshire Imposes Groundbreaking Laws to Elevate Protection Against Domestic and Sexual Violence

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CONCORD, N.H. — As the new year begins, New Hampshire has enacted several laws aimed at tackling issues related to domestic and sexual violence. With these groundbreaking measures drafted and enacted under the auspices of Gov. Chris Sununu, the state seeks enhanced protections particularly in the realms of housing for abuse victims, the prohibition of child marriage, and the regulation of sexually explicit deepfake content. The New Hampshire Coalition Against Domestic and Sexual Violence has heralded these legal moves, noting that they reflect persistent bipartisan commitment to defending victims’ rights and increasing accountability for offenders. … Read more

Florida Ushers in 2025 with 12 New Laws: From Voter Registration Tweaks to Enhanced Financial Protections for Seniors

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A wave of new legislation will take hold in Florida starting Jan. 1, 2025, bringing significant changes on topics ranging from social media use among minors to the protection of vulnerable adults from financial abuses. Governor Ron DeSantis and state lawmakers, who passed more than 200 state laws during the 2024 legislative session, have set these 12 additional laws to commence in the new year. One notable law, House Bill 3, imposes stringent regulations on social media access for children. Specifically, it prohibits children under the age of 14 from opening social … Read more