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Thursday, May 11, 2023
Rep. Ugaste Provides Update on Needed Business & Litigation Reforms in Illinois

SPRINGFIELD – As chair of the House Reigniting Illinois’ Strong Economy (RISE) working group, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) provided an update on reforms for business and litigation in the…


Thursday, May 11, 2023
Social Media, AI, and Staying Safe Online

Artificial intelligence, or AI, is a hot topic of discussion across the world. What once started as programs made for basic functions, such as a simple yes or no prediction…


Tuesday, May 9, 2023
News from State Representative Dan Ugaste – May 8, 2023

CORRUPTION Guilty verdict on all counts in bribery trial tied to ex-Speaker Madigan.  A federal jury on Tuesday convicted three ex-lobbyists and a former CEO for their involvement in an…


Monday, May 8, 2023
Rep. Ugaste Recognizes Small Business Week in Illinois & Encourages Nominations for 65th District Small Business Spotlight

ST. CHARLES – Following National Small Business Week 2023 from April 30th to May 6th, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is recognizing 65th District small businesses and small business owners….


Friday, May 5, 2023
This Week in Springfield – May 5, 2023

This week, we got to work in Springfield as we push towards the end of session. It was terrific to meet the Consul General of Japan in Chicago, Hiroshi Tajima,…


Thursday, May 4, 2023
Rep. Ugaste Urges Support for Firefighters on International Firefighters Day

SPRINGFIELD – With the observance of International Firefighters Day on May 4th, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) is recognizing firefighters from the 65th District and urging community support for these…


Thursday, May 4, 2023
TAKE THE SURVEY: Making Ethics a Priority

Illinois House Republicans are calling on the Democratic supermajority to join our efforts in eliminating the culture of corruption plaguing the state of Illinois and to make ethics reform a…


Wednesday, May 3, 2023
Ugaste Reacts to Conclusion of “ComEd Four” Trial

SPRINGFIELD – In response to the conclusion of the infamous “ComEd Four” trial, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) released the following statement: “I have called the federal investigation of Mike…


Tuesday, May 2, 2023
GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Back to Business (B2B) Grants for Creative Arts, Hotels & Restaurants

The Back to Business (B2B) grant program provides recovery grants for businesses in the hardest-hit industries.  Through the state’s B2B and Business Interruption Grant (BIG) Programs, DCEO has provided more…


Sunday, April 30, 2023
Learn About Adopting Shelter Pets in the 65th District

Local Animal Shelters Anderson Animal Shelter – South Elgin Kane County Animal Control – Geneva Caring for a companion animal goes far beyond providing food, water and shelter. It takes…