AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoMail Voting Fight: A federal judge temporarily blocked USPS from enforcing new mail-in ballot rules, calling compliance “practically impossible,” as Illinois and other states challenge the effort to make USPS a gatekeeper for voter eligibility. Assisted Suicide Clash: Illinois’ assisted suicide law is facing a temporary restraining order after plaintiffs argued it would force providers to participate against their beliefs. E-Bike Rules Roll Out: Gov. JB Pritzker signed new statewide e-bike and micromobility regulations, with speed, age, and licensing requirements starting in 2027. Workplace Protections: Illinois enacted the Menopause Equity and Care Act, expanding anti-discrimination and accommodation duties for employers starting Jan. 1, 2027. Courts & Privacy: The 7th Circuit ruled a Schwab vendor is exempt from Illinois’ biometric privacy law, narrowing a voiceprint-related challenge. Chicago Schools: CPS updated its policy for students experiencing homelessness to require same-day enrollment and added private spaces for support. Meta Settlement: AG Kwame Raoul said Illinois will use its Meta settlement share to address youth social media harms, pushing back on calls to route most money to schools. Downstate Spotlight: The Du Quoin State Fair opens with lawmakers citing its economic boost for Southern Illinois.
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