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Monday, December 14, 2020
Ugaste Reacts to SIC’s Ruling

Geneva—After the House Special Investigating Committee abruptly concluded its investigation into House Speaker Mike Madigan today, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) released the following statement: “I am calling on my…


Thursday, November 19, 2020
Ugaste Urges Democrats to Join Call for Madigan’s Resignation

GENEVA—With news breaking last night of the US Attorney’s Office indicting allies of House Speaker Mike Madigan, State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) released the following statement: “It is clear that…


Friday, October 30, 2020
Local Authorities Must be Involved in Ongoing COVID Response

The legislature and local authorities must be involved in our state’s response to the coronavirus. 


Friday, October 30, 2020
Governor fails to provide data supporting mitigation rules, disregards original mitigation strategy

No evidence of restaurants and bars contributing equally to outbreaks Restaurants across the state are being forced to shut down despite the lack of data showing that they are the…


Wednesday, October 28, 2020
Medicaid Providers: Cares Act Funding Application Deadline is Approaching!

From the Department of Healthcare and Family Services: Following the announcement of $140 million in CARES payments to Medicaid providers, the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) is…


Thursday, October 22, 2020
Resources are Available to Combat Domestic Violence

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Local resources are available, so if you or a loved one needs help don’t hesitate to reach out.


Friday, October 9, 2020
Local Shred Event a Success!

It was a great turnout for a recent Shred Event Rep. Ugaste co-hosted with Carillon at Cambridge Lakes. Thank you to all who participated and helped guard against identity theft!


Tuesday, October 6, 2020
Rep. Ugaste Named 2020 Friend of Agriculture

Kane County Farm Bureau leaders presented Representative Ugaste with the ACTIVATOR “Friend of Agriculture” award  (a John Deere  model combine) at the Gehrke Farm in rural Elgin. The award was…


Monday, October 5, 2020
New Fare Collection Procedures on Union Pacific Metra Lines

There are new fare collection procedures on Union Pacific Metra lines now in effect. Here are details from Union Pacific: Effective Monday, Oct. 5, Chicago commuters riding the UP North,…


Monday, October 5, 2020
Need Assistance? Kane County 211 is Available to Help

If you need assistance with food, utility bills, rent, or other needs, Kane County 211 is available to help 24/7. Trained information and referral specialists answer 211 calls/, assess the…