Chicago Tribune: More than 250 Illinois laws take effect

Tara R. Devine

CHICAGO (January 2, 2019) – Children in 2019 will have to ride in rear-facing car seats until they’re 2 years old, weigh 40 pounds or are 40 inches tall, making recommendations from child safety advocates into Illinois law.

“There’s always been some confusion out there,” Partner Tara Devine told the Chicago Tribune. “This at least provides consistency and clarity for pediatricians, the public and manufacturers.”

Click here to read the full story and learn more about all the new laws that will take effect in Illinois this year.