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…

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…

We were in session this week. I participate in a press conference with the House Republican Truth in Public Safety (TIPS) working group to discuss a pretrial fairness bill that…

Rep. Ugaste spoke with the House Truth in Public Safety (TIPS) working group on reinstating cash bail in Illinois and balancing the rights of the accused with the rights of…

SPRINGFIELD – On Wednesday, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) joined House Republican lawmakers to urge for public safety reform in Illinois. In a Capitol press conference, Rep. Ugaste joined House…

BUDGET House Republicans call for a moratorium, audit of Illinois’ billion-dollar health benefits program for undocumented immigrants.  Illinois House Republican leaders are calling for a moratorium on expansion and a…

We got to work beginning our final month of spring session this week in Springfield! Adjournment is on May 19th. On Tuesday, I welcomed South Elgin Parks & Recreation Director…

DISASTERS Tornadoes hit Illinois; five Illinois counties declared disaster areas. A severe storm system hit the central United States on March 31, 2023.  In Illinois, this storm system generated high winds,…

SPRINGFIELD – On Tuesday in Springfield, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) welcomed the South Elgin Parks & Recreation Director to recognize her at a women’s brunch to honor the contributions…

Rep. Ugaste is hosting a quarterly Small Business Spotlight for 65th District small businesses! He encourages individuals or organizations to nominate their favorite 65th District small business. You can find…