How do you stay on top of the newest laws pertaining to your life if your not a law major?

Ala: How do you stay on top of the newest laws pertaining to your life if your not a law major?
Hello,
I am a biology major and I am nowhere near laws, tips and regulations. I just found out some nifty tips for the tax season but found out it was too late!! How do you stay on top of your taxes, mortgages, laws, etc?? Im not asking about outlandish laws just ones that pertain to ur life.

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Answer by beardog4314
Keep people around you who do know- an accountant, a lawyer, etc.

Also stay active in your local politics, maybe go to a city hall meeting just to watch.