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Monday, February 3, 2025
CGFA Report Outlines Illinois’ Key Financial Metrics

A new report from CGFA shows how Illinois stacks up against other states in terms of taxes, spending, and other metrics. We know that we can do better to make…


Friday, January 31, 2025
Democrats’ Gerrymandering Has Made Elections Less Competitive

Democrats’ gerrymandering has disenfranchised Illinois voters and made our elections less competitive. We need fair maps to ensure every Illinoisan has a voice in their state government.   Daily Herald opinion:…


Thursday, January 30, 2025
The Role of Gerrymandering in Shaping Political Landscapes

As far back as the 1780s politicians have sought to use mapmaking to keep political foes out of office. Sadly, the practice of gerrymandering still prevails today.  Read more from…


Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Lawsuit Filed by House Republicans To Remedy Extreme Partisan Gerrymandering

SPRINGFIELD – Today House Minority Leader Tony McCombie (Savanna) was joined by State Representatives Ryan Spain (Peoria) and Dan Ugaste (Geneva) for a press conference in the State Capitol to…


Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Illinois Taxpayers Can Participate in Free IRS Direct File Program

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…


Tuesday, January 28, 2025
Rep. Ugaste, House Republicans Holding Press Conference Today at 2:30 p.m.

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…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Every Child Deserves Access to Quality Education

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…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Holocaust Remembrance Day

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,…


Monday, January 27, 2025
Rep. Ugaste Featured on Chicago TV News Report on TRUST Act

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 I believe the entire Act should be repealed.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…


Friday, January 24, 2025
Public Voting Now Open for Illinois State Flag Redesign Contest

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…