We pass many laws in the state Legislature during session; however, some enacted laws have delayed effective dates. Please see below for the new laws that take effect this month.

 

New Laws Taking Effect – August 2025
Takes Effect Chapter Summary
8/1/2025 Ch. 158 of 2024

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S.8644A/A.10565

 Allows electronic hunting licenses as an acceptable form of tag when hunting deer or bear.
8/7/2025 Ch. 55 of 2025

Part OO

A.3005C/S.3005C

 Updates public campaign financing rules, thresholds and procedures. Allows the first $250 of a qualifying donation to be matched, as long as the donor does not contribute more than $1,050 in a single election.
8/7/2025 Ch. 56 of 2025

Part LL

S.3006C/A.3006

 Clarifies provisions related to discovery reform and the judicial process.
8/7/2025 Ch. 57 of 2025

Part DD

S.3007C/A.3007C

 Excludes homeless youth from the definition of “minor” so they can consent to health care, including medical, dental, and behavioral health services without the need for a parent or guardian.
8/7/2025 Ch. 57 of 2025

Part EE

S.3007C/A.3007C

 Strengthens Kendra’s Law and involuntary commitment laws, creates a crisis support center, and sets requirements for training and recordkeeping for individuals experiencing mental health and substance use crises.
8/7/2025 Ch. 58 of 2025

Part V

A.3008C/S.3008C

 Requires online retailers to conspicuously post refund policies.
8/22/2025 Ch. 22 of 2025

S.748/A.692

 Requires epinephrine auto-injector devices (EpiPens) be available in certain public places and that at least one employee or volunteer be trained in its operation and be present at each function.