There are over 100 new laws that will go into effect on July 1 and some bills that passed will take effect in October and even some not until 2022.

House Bill 6491, "An Act Concerning Electronic Weapons," allows those age 21 and older to carry an "electronic defense weapon" if they possess a valid firearm credential, such as an eligibility certificate or permit to carry or sell handguns or long guns, or an ammunition certificate. Currently, such a weapon will score you a class D felony if carried in a motor vehicle, and a class E felony if you're just carrying it. The bill was signed into law on June 10.

Senate Bill 840. It allows certain aquaculture operations, including farm, forest, open space, and maritime heritage land to be taxed based on current use value rather than fair market value.

What will become legal on July 1 if Connecticut's marijuana bill is signed? The bill would limit the amount you could possess at home, or in a locked trunk, or locked glove box. You would be allowed one and a half ounces on your person. The bill is only for adults 21 years and older

Connecticut joins 22 other states that have similar laws allowing children aged 6 and older to carry sunscreen to school.

HB 6516 Emergency Certification AN ACT MITIGATING ADVERSE TAX CONSEQUENCES RESULTING FROM EMPLOYEES WORKING REMOTELY DURING COVID-19, AND CONCERNING THE REMOVAL OF LIENS ON THE PROPERTY OF PUBLIC ASSISTANCE BENEFICIARIES AND A THREE-TIERED GRANTS IN LIEU OF TAXES PROGRAM.

Substitute Senate Bill No. 880 Public Act No. 19-59 AN ACT INCREASING FAIRNESS AND TRANSPARENCY IN THE CRIMINAL JUSTICE SYSTEM.

Substitute House Bill No. 6451 Public Act No. 21-23 AN ACT CONCERNING THE AUTHORIZATION, LICENSING AND REGULATION OF ONLINE CASINO GAMING, RETAIL AND ONLINE SPORTS WAGERING, FANTASY CONTESTS, KENO AND ONLINE SALE OF LOTTERY TICKETS.