Illinois will participate in the free IRS Direct File program this year, allowing eligible taxpayers to file their 2024 returns for free directly with the IRS. Illinois taxpayers can use…

Leader McCombie, Deputy Leader Spain, and Rep. Ugaste are holding a press conference today at 2:30 p.m. in Springfield. We will be streaming live to the caucus Facebook Page for…

It’s National School Choice Week! Every child deserves access to quality education, regardless of their zip code. That is why school choice programs are vital to ensuring the success of…

On Holocaust Remembrance Day, we pause to remember the millions of lives tragically lost during the Holocaust. May we never forget the strength, courage, and resilience of those who survived,…

ABC Channel 7 News in Chicago recently aired a report on the TRUST Act and collaboration with federal immigration enforcement. I believe the entire Act should be repealed. I was…

After reviewing more than 4,800 entries for the Illinois state flag redesign contest, the Illinois Flag Commission has opened the public voting period that will run through February 14. After…

Over the past decade, Illinois has experienced a 33% decline in licensed child care providers, losing nearly 4,300 facilities and about 38,000 licensed slots for children. Here’s what’s driving this…

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) and State Representative La Shawn Ford (D-Chicago) are urging the General Assembly to work together to hold elected government officials accountable. Rep….

Stellantis is expected to bring more than 1,500 jobs back to Illinois when the automaker re-opens its assembly plant in Belvidere. Stellantis to reopen Illinois plant, reinstate 1,500 jobs in…

Four additional professions are now available for licensure via IDFPR’s new online licensing system. We’r… – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation | Facebook