As 2025 approaches, a new set of laws will come into effect across the United States. These changes will address a variety of issues that may impact daily life.

Stay informed with our guide to the key legal shifts you need to know about.

Reproductive rights: Ongoing legislative changes​

The impact of the 2022 Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade continues to be felt nationwide.

States have adopted varying laws regarding abortion, creating a diverse legal landscape.

In 2025, Delaware and New York are implementing measures to strengthen reproductive rights.


New York's Equal Rights Amendment expands anti-discrimination protections to include gender identity, pregnancy outcomes, and reproductive healthcare within the state constitution.

This amendment ensures that reproductive rights and civil liberties are not only statutory but also constitutionally protected.

Delaware is requiring health insurers to cover abortion-related costs up to $750 per individual, with provisions allowing employers with religious objections to opt out, provided they give timely notice. Exemptions are not allowed in life-threatening situations.

Ensuring online safety for children​

The digital age has introduced significant advancements, along with new challenges, especially for younger individuals.

States such as Florida and Tennessee are implementing laws aimed at protecting children from the risks of social media.

Florida's new law restricts children under 14 from using social media and requires parental consent for those aged 14 and 15, with the goal of reducing the addictive nature of features like infinite scrolling and autoplay videos.

Tennessee's Protecting Children from Social Media Act focuses on age verification and parental consent for minors under 18. While aimed at empowering parents, it is facing legal challenges over potential First Amendment concerns.

California is also taking action with two laws that ensure child content creators receive a portion of their earnings and receive protections similar to those given to child performers.

Gun safety: Addressing national divides​

The gun safety debate continues with states adopting different legislative approaches.

New Hampshire allows employees to store firearms in locked vehicles on employer property, while Colorado enforces stricter regulations requiring firearms to be secured in locked containers in unattended vehicles.

In response to a tragic incident, Minnesota has introduced a ban on guns with binary triggers.

Data privacy: Taking back control​

Texas is taking a proactive step in data privacy with the Texas Data Privacy and Security Act.

The law provides consumers with more control over their personal data and challenges current data practices.

It sets a new standard for transparency and consent in data collection, potentially influencing how tech companies handle user information.

Artificial intelligence: Ensuring digital privacy and security​

As AI technology advances, there is an increasing need for legal frameworks to address its impact.

California is proposing laws to protect individuals from unauthorized AI-generated replicas of their voice and likeness, including posthumous representations.

These laws aim to prevent the exploitation of personal likenesses and ensure greater control over digital representations.

Medical marijuana legalization in Kentucky​

Kentucky is moving forward with the legalization of medical marijuana, but with strict regulations in place.

While smoking remains prohibited, patients will be able to use raw plant material in non-combustible forms, such as vaping.

This approach reflects a careful yet progressive stance on marijuana legislation.

As legal changes unfold, it's important to stay informed and prepared.

Whether updating your understanding of reproductive rights, discussing online safety with family, or learning about new gun safety laws, these regulations will have a significant impact on society.

Staying updated on these topics will help navigate the evolving landscape of laws and their effects.
How do these new laws affect you or your loved ones? Do you have insights about the upcoming changes? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below.