Legal News & Updates

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The Future of the 2024 Title IX Regulations: What to Do Now and What to Expect

On April 19, 2024, the U.S. Department of Education under President Biden’s Administration released its regulations implementing Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. The 2024 Regulations, which went into effect on August 1, 2024, significantly changed the Title IX regulations that were implemented under President Trump’s Administration in 2020. Given the results of the Presidential election, the 2024 Regulations face an uncertain future.

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Appellate Court Clarifies 2016 School Code Changes in Property Detachment Evidence

In 2016, significant statutory changes were made to how certain evidence is to be considered in situations where property owners seek to detach their property from one school district and annex to another.

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New Amendment to Illinois Joint Purchasing Act Gives Public Bodies More Flexibility with Cooperative Purchasing

The Governmental Joint Purchasing Act in Illinois has been amended by Public Act 103-0865, effective January 1, 2025, to provide governmental units greater flexibility and ease compliance when engaging in cooperative purchasing programs by allowing vendor selection based on qualifications and suitability rather than solely on competitive bidding rankings. Read more here.

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Nationwide Hold on DOL’s Increases to Minimum Salary for Overtime Exemption

Early this year, the Department of Labor (DOL) revised the regulations issued under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) implementing the exemptions from overtime pay for executive, administrative, and professional employees.

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2024 Legislative Roundup for Higher Education

This publication summarizes key changes in the law that are relevant to higher education institutions, with an emphasis on new and enhanced protections for employees in the workplace. As always, please contact your Robbins Schwartz attorney with questions about how these new laws may affect your organization.

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Illinois Public Board Issues Leave Notification Memo

In August 2024, the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board issued a memo outlining new reporting requirements for law enforcement employers, including municipalities and colleges, when officers take military or medical leave of 30 days or more. Read more in our latest law alert.

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Nationwide Hold on DOL’s Increases to Minimum Salary for Overtime Exemption

Early this year, the Department of Labor (DOL) revised the regulations issued under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) implementing the exemptions from overtime pay for executive, administrative, and professional employees.

2024 Legislative Roundup for Higher Education

This publication summarizes key changes in the law that are relevant to higher education institutions, with an emphasis on new and enhanced protections for employees in the workplace. As always, please contact your Robbins Schwartz attorney with questions about how these new laws may affect your organization.

Illinois Public Board Issues Leave Notification Memo

In August 2024, the Illinois Law Enforcement Training and Standards Board issued a memo outlining new reporting requirements for law enforcement employers, including municipalities and colleges, when officers take military or medical leave of 30 days or more. Read more in our latest law alert.

The September 30 Deadline is Nearing for Submitting Claims for Reimbursement from TIF Funds for Students Residing in TIF Districts

September 30 is the deadline for school districts to submit a claim for reimbursement to their local city or village for students residing in housing supported by tax increment financing (TIF). Read more about this important deadline here.

Hispanic Heritage Month – September 2024

Join us in celebrating the diverse culture, traditions, and achievements that enrich our communities this Hispanic Heritage Month.

2025 Consolidated Election Calendar

Recent changes to the Election Code by Public Acts 103-0586 and 103-0600 have moved up or shifted the filing periods and timelines leading up to the Consolidated Election. For candidates, the period to begin obtaining nominating petition signatures began August 20, 2024, a month earlier than in previous election cycles.

Amendment to Notice Requirements in Illinois Truth in Taxation Law: What You Need to Know

The Illinois General Assembly recently amended the notice requirements within the Truth in Taxation Law (the “Law”). 35 ILCS 200/18-55 et seq. The Law requires taxing districts to estimate the amount of money needed from property taxes at least 20 days prior to adoption of their final annual levy.

Significant Amendment to Illinois Personnel Record Review Act Coming January 1, 2025

On August 2, 2024, Governor Pritzker signed into law Public Act 103-0727, which amends the Illinois Personnel Record Review Act. The amendment refines the requirements for making a valid personnel record request and expands employers’ obligations when turning over an employee’s personnel records. The amendment goes into effect on January 1, 2025. Read more here.

National Minority Mental Health Awareness Month – July 2024

Learn more about National Mental Health Awareness Month through our latest DEI spotlight.

2025 Consolidated Primary and Consolidated Elections Dates

The Illinois State Board of Elections (ISBE) recently released an Abbreviated Calendar of Dates for the 2025 Consolidated Primary Election and the 2025 Consolidated Election. Learn more here.