New Laws take effect in states across the country on Wednesday, October 1st. In Florida, "Trooper's Law" makes it a felony to tie up and abandon a dog outdoors during a declared natural disaster or evacuation order.
If you ride an e-bike in Connecticut, you'll now be required to wear a helmet.
Also in Connecticut, towns and cities will have the power to take more action against "street takeovers." In Ohio, it's illegal for police to use quotas for arrests and tickets.
In California, companies cannot use artificial intelligence systems to impersonate licensed healthcare professionals in video calls or online chats.
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