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Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Research Commission Outlines Illinois’ Poor Economic Performance

A recent CGFA report outlines Illinois’ poor economic performance compared to other states. There’s no reason our state should be lagging the nation in any of these metrics. We have…


Tuesday, July 16, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: Tax Burdens Put Huge Strain on Illinois Families

A recent study found that Illinois is among the least tax-friendly states for middle-class families. We have to reduce tax burdens on our residents to make our state a more…


Tuesday, July 9, 2024
High Taxes Continue Driving Illinois Residents Away

Decades of poor public policy by Democrats in the General Assembly has put our state in an untenable position. Illinois’ high taxes drive residents away, diminishing our tax base and…


Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: State Must Act in Providing More Funding for School Districts

Springfield, IL – At last week’s State of the State and Budget Address in Springfield, Governor Pritzker outlined his plan to fund K-12 Education for FY 2025. Despite the recommendation…


Thursday, January 4, 2024
Update on REAL ID

Current Illinois driver’s licenses or ID cards will continue to be accepted at airports, military bases, and secure federal facilities until May 7, 2025. Once the new deadline is reached,…