Illinois quick hits: Pritzker signs crypto regulations

Illinois quick hits: Pritzker signs crypto regulations

August 18, 2025/
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By Jim Talamonti | The Center Square
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Pritzker signs crypto regulations

Gov. J.B. Pritzker has signed two laws to regulate cryptocurrency.

Senate Bill 1797 requires cryptocurrency companies to register with the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation and comply with state policies and procedures.

Senate Bill 2319 regulates digital asset kiosks. Both laws took effect Monday with the governor’s signature.

AG joins lawsuits against Trump administration

Attorney General Kwame Raoul has joined several attorneys general in filing two lawsuits against the Trump administration.

One lawsuit seeks to block the U.S. Department of Energy from imposing a funding cap on state-run energy programs.

The other lawsuit claims that states will be unable to access funds to support crime victims unless they support the administration’s immigration enforcement efforts.

Gun brought to school on first day of CPS classes

On the first day of classes for students in Chicago Public Schools, officials at Whitney Young High School notified parents that a gun was identified and secured during entry screening Monday morning.

The message said no threats were made and no injuries were reported.

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