ILLINOIS — Several new laws and regulatory changes will go into effect across Illinois starting July 1, 2025, impacting everything from fuel prices and rental agreements to hotel operations and overdose response training.
These laws, passed during the 2024 and 2025 legislative sessions and signed by Governor J.B. Pritzker, represent the second wave of state reforms following earlier updates that began on January 1.
1. Motor Fuel Tax Increasing Again
Illinois already ranks among the highest in the country for fuel taxes — and it’s about to climb even higher.
Starting July 1:
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Gasoline tax will rise from 45¢ to 48.3¢ per gallon
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Diesel fuel tax will increase from 54¢ to 55¢ per gallon
The hike is part of the state’s annual inflation-based increase under the infrastructure funding law.
More on Illinois fuel tax
2. Plastic Hotel Bottles To Be Banned
Senate Bill 2960 prohibits hotels with 50 or more rooms from providing small, single-use plastic toiletry bottles (under 6 ounces). This includes items like:
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Shampoo
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Conditioner
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Soap
The goal is to reduce plastic waste in hospitality settings.
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Effective date: July 1, 2025
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Smaller hotels (under 50 rooms) have until January 1, 2026, to comply
Read the bill text here
3. Changes To Sales Tax On Leased & Rented Goods
Under House Bill 4951, sales tax policies for leases and rentals will be restructured.
Previously:
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Lessors paid tax at the time of purchase and didn’t charge tax on lease payments.
Under the new law:
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Lessors can claim a resale exemption at purchase.
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Sales tax will instead be applied to lease or rental payments.
This also affects licenses for certain computer software.
Bill HB 4951 – Official Language
4. State Employees Will Be Trained On Opioid Overdose Reversal
House Bill 5028 requires the state to provide mandatory training for government employees in the use of opioid antagonists such as Narcan (naloxone).
The goal is to improve the state’s emergency response capabilities amid the ongoing opioid crisis.
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