Florida’s insurance market is changing, but premiums may not fall
New insurers, Citizens takeouts and approved rate cuts point to more competition in Florida, but homeowners still need to compare coverage, costs and risks.
Consumer Issues
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Illinois’ back-to-school sales tax holiday starts August 7. What qualifies
Illinois’ 10-day back-to-school sales tax holiday runs August 7–16, reducing the state tax on eligible clothing, footwear and school supplies. Local taxes still apply.
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Illinois EV rebates reopen with up to $4,000 available to qualifying buyers
Illinois’ EV rebate cycle opened Aug. 1 and is scheduled to run through Dec. 31, but funding is limited. Qualifying buyers must mail applications within 180 days of purchase.
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Ohio’s back-to-school sales-tax holiday returns Friday for three days
Ohio’s sales-tax holiday runs from Aug. 7 through Aug. 9, 2026, with exemptions limited to qualifying clothing, school supplies and instructional materials.
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Maine’s new license plate deadline has passed. What drivers should know
Maine’s July 31, 2026 deadline for issuing new plates has passed, but public BMV materials do not provide a final tally confirming every required Chickadee replacement.
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Virginia’s new hemp THC limit takes effect Aug. 15
Virginia will cap hemp products at 2 milligrams of total THC per package on Aug. 15, ending an exception that allowed higher THC levels when products contained enough CBD.
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New Jersey targets algorithmic rent coordination under new FAIR Act
New Jersey’s FAIR Act targets a narrow form of algorithmic rent coordination, but it will not immediately lower rents or create a statewide rent cap.
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South Carolina’s 2026 tax-free weekend starts August 7. What purchases qualify
South Carolina’s tax-free weekend runs Aug. 7-9, 2026. Here are the qualifying purchases, online-order rules, exclusions and return policies.