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Sunday, January 12, 2025
Tribune Editorial Questions Speaker’s Leadership

From the Chicago Tribune – Editorial: Speaker Welch’s recent behavior in Springfield raises questions around his Illinois House leadership. Editorial: Speaker Welch’s bad week in Springfield raises questions


Saturday, January 11, 2025
National Human Trafficking Awareness Day

Today is National Human Trafficking Awareness Day. Human trafficking occurs everywhere, even in our own communities. Today, let us all take the time to learn more about the signs of…


Friday, January 10, 2025
House Adopts Madigan-Era Rules Again

The Illinois House adopted its parliamentary rules for the 104th General Assembly on Tuesday, with all Republicans voting no. The Rules mirror closely the Rules used by former House Speaker Michael…


Friday, January 10, 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…


Monday, January 6, 2025
Rep. Ugaste Files Legislation Aimed at Holding Elected Officials Accountable

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) has filed two bills aimed at holding all elected officials accountable in Illinois. The legislation, which includes a bill and constitutional amendment,…


Saturday, January 4, 2025
Lame Duck Session Begins Today

I’m heading to Springfield today for Lame Duck Session. This legislative session has been used by Democrats to pass controversial, impactful legislation. I will keep you posted as this session…


Friday, January 3, 2025
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month. This month, we stand together to fight for the estimated 50 million people who currently live in slavery worldwide. Human trafficking…


Friday, January 3, 2025
Rep. Ugaste Hosts Constituent Coffee in Campton Hills January 16

Join Rep. Ugaste for a Constituent Coffee on Thursday, January 16, at Luau Coffee in Campton Hills. The event will be held from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. Learn about issues…


Friday, January 3, 2025
Be Prepared for Disasters with an Emergency Preparedness Kit

Disasters can happen anytime and anywhere. As we begin 2025, take a look at your emergency preparedness kit so you’re ready to respond. Emergency Kit


Thursday, January 2, 2025
Fighting Illini Win Citrus Bowl!

Congratulations to the Illinois Fighting Illini men’s football team on winning the 2025 Cheez-It Citrus Bowl! The Illini capped off a successful season with a bowl game victory, earning their…