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Monday, November 28, 2022
Follow Along with Veto Session 2022

This week, we are going to be in veto session in Springfield! We will be in veto session the following days: Tuesday, November 29th Wednesday, November 30th Thursday, December 1st…


Monday, October 31, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: October 31, 2022

Happy Halloween! I wish you all happy and fun trick-or-treating this afternoon. If you’re giving out candy today, you can also find ways to be more inclusive for children with…


Tuesday, October 25, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: October 25, 2022

CRIME House Republican Leader Jim Durkin responds to Pritzker’s cluelessness on SAFE-T Act changes.  Governor JB Pritzker showed his ignorance on television last week where he once again refused to…


Tuesday, October 25, 2022
Halloween for Everyone

While we prepare our costumes and homes for trick-or-treaters this Monday, now is a good opportunity to consider the trick-or-treaters who may have different needs than others. Below are some…


Monday, October 17, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: October 17, 2022

CORRUPTION AT&T Illinois to pay $23 million fine, admit guilt, as former president charged in Madigan corruption probe.  AT&T Illinois has agreed to pay a $23 million fine for trying…


Wednesday, October 12, 2022
100 Years of National Fire Prevention Week: Fire Safety Tips

This week, we are marking the 100th anniversary of National Fire Prevention Week. This year’s National Fire Prevention Week theme is “Fire won’t wait. Plan your escape.” The campaign works…


Tuesday, October 11, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: October 11, 2022

This weekend, I’m hosting a FREE shred event and food drive with Senator Don DeWitte. You can bring your sensitive documents for shredding and nonperishable food items to drop off…


Tuesday, October 4, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: October 4, 2022

CRIME Another lawsuit filed to strike down SAFE-T Act.  Another state’s attorney has expressed concerns over dangerous provisions in the Democrats’ SAFE-T Act and challenged the constitutionality of the law….


Monday, September 26, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: September 26, 2022

CRIME Lawsuits filed to strike down Democrats’ SAFE-T Act. State’s attorneys, who are tasked with implementing the so-called “SAFE-T Act” on January 1, 2023, are asking questions about the constitutionality of…


Monday, September 12, 2022
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste: September 12, 2022

CRIME Elimination of cash bail will put dangerous criminals back on our streets. During the final hours of the 2021 lame duck session of the 101st General Assembly, Illinois Democrats rammed…