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D.C., Maryland and Virginia all will roll out some new laws on July 1, 2023, although the most attention-grabbing one is certainly Maryland’s legalization of recreational marijuana for adults.

Maryland’s new cannabis law takes effect Friday at midnight. News4’s Jackie Bensen reports on what customers need to know.

A new law taking effect Saturday expands Virginia’s move-over rules, Starting July 1, the rules include any vehicle pulled off the main lanes with flashers, flares or any other warning signs displayed. News4 Northern Virginia Bureau Chief Julie Carey breaks down what drivers need to know.

2022 has come and gone, and with the new year comes new laws that could affect your money, healthcare and how you vote in future elections. Here’s what goes into effect Jan. 1.

New laws affecting D.C. residents’ money and safety will go into effect in the new year. News4’s Mauricio Casillas reports.

Here are some state laws that will go into effect around the country in 2023.

New laws that begin on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2022, in D.C. and Maryland affect paid leave, car seat safety measures, employer non-compete restrictions and more. Here’s a breakdown of what’s changing. Paid Leave: Moms and dads who work in D.C. can receive a month more of paid parental leave come Oct. 1, and D.C. employees who need to care...

Maryland is getting ready to enact a new law that says children must ride in rear-facing car seats until they are 2 years old. News4’s Dominque Moody reports on why and what drivers should know.

Drivers in Maryland will have to change lanes or slow down if they can’t move over when they pass any vehicle stopped on the shoulder of the highway with its hazards on starting Saturday. News4’s Walter Morris reports.

New laws go into effect in the D.C. area on Friday, July 1, 2022 related to minimum wage, alcohol, gas taxes and more. Here’s a rundown.