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    Cara Pavalock-D'Amato
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    July 1, 2015

    Pavalock: New Laws Effective July 1

    Pavalock:  New Laws Effective July 1
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    It’s July 1st and that means several new laws are now in effect.

    Some of the recently passed laws include, but are not limited to, the following:
    • Changes to DUI convictions, including mandatory ignition interlock devices
    • New laws regarding bicycle safety
    • New assistance for students with dyslexia
    • Manufacturers or businesses can no longer require product registration for an initial warranty
    • Five colleges and state universities will have to establish an “open-source text book” system to help lower potential student costs
    • New rules for in-school suspension or expulsion for students in kindergarten to second grade, except in certain circumstances
    • Banning the purchase, possession and sale of powdered alcohol

    For a complete listing of all the new, or changed, laws please click here.

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