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Monday, December 18, 2023
News From State Representative Dan Ugaste – December 18, 2023

ENERGY Bipartisan nuclear power plant bill signed into law.  The new Public Act 103-584 applies to small modular reactors which, by scale design, cannot generate enough heat to breach containment….


Saturday, December 16, 2023
Wreaths Across America Day

Wreaths Across America Day remembers the fallen and honors those who have served in the United States military. Today, volunteers across America will lay wreaths on the headstones of those…


Friday, December 15, 2023
Bill of Rights Day

On December 15th, 1791, the United States of America ratified the Bill of Rights, which included the first 10 amendments in the U.S. Constitution. These amendments are the bedrock of…


Wednesday, December 13, 2023
Happy Birthday National Guard!

Happy Birthday to the U.S. National Guard! Established in 1636, the National Guard is the oldest military organization in the United States. Thank you to all of the men and…


Monday, December 11, 2023
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste – December 11, 2023

IMMIGRATION Thousands of migrants crowd into Chicago without shelter as winter approaches.  No plans exist for the more than 25,000 migrants now in the Chicago area who do not have…


Saturday, December 9, 2023
International Anti-Corruption Day

Today is International Anti-Corruption Day. Following the ComEd Four Trials and indictment of former House Speaker Michael Madigan, this day is more important than ever. Let’s honor this day by…


Thursday, December 7, 2023
Hanukkah Begins at Sundown

Hanukkah begins this evening at sundown. This important Jewish holiday lasts for eight days and eight nights. Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate! To learn more about Hanukkah, click here.


Thursday, December 7, 2023
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day

Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day honors the 2,403 Americans who were killed in the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on this day in 1941. We will always remember those who were…


Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Thank You to Everyone Who Supported Rep. Ugaste’s Gift Cards For the Troops Holiday Drive

Thank you to everyone who supported and donated to our recent Gift Cards for the Troops Holiday Drive. The gift card donations that were received were used to purchase important…


Wednesday, October 25, 2023
Rep. Dan Ugaste: Here’s how to combat opportunity deserts in Illinois

For years, Illinois Democrats have been fixated on the concept of food deserts, with new Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson proposing a government-run grocery store as a solution. However, it’s crucial to recognize…