Beginning on Jan. 1, 2025, a slew of new laws will take effect in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia, ranging from traffic laws to changes to the minimum wage. Though residents and commuters will have several new rules to remember and follow later this week,

New laws in Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia affect health care, consumer rights, transportation, and environmental standards.

RICHMOND – Of the hundreds of bills passed each session by the Virginia General Assembly, many go into effect immediately or on July 1, alongside the beginning of the budget season.