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Tuesday, July 9, 2024
Reminder: Join Rep. Ugaste for Events in Elburn and St. Charles Tomorrow

Join State Representatives Dan Ugaste and Jeff Keicher as they are teaming up with the Elburn Police Department for a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event Wednesday, July 10, from 9-11…


Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Rep. Ugaste, Sen. DeWitte Partner with IL Tollway to Help Motorists Switch Over to New Sticker System

In an effort to help motorists update their IPASS technology to the new stickers that are replacing plastic transponders, State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) and State Representative Dan Ugaste…


Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: SB 1400 Could Lead to State Control of School Discipline Issues

A bill that passed the General Assembly in May, Senate Bill 1400, calls for the Illinois State Board of Education to provide guidance to local school districts on student disciplinary…


Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Reps. Ugaste, Keicher Host Prescription Drug Drop Off in Elburn

State Representatives Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) and Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) are teaming up with the Elburn Police Department for a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event Wednesday, July 10, from 9-11 a.m….


Monday, July 1, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: HB 2161 Could Open Up Employers to Frivolous Lawsuits

Legislation passed by the General Assembly in May and currently awaiting the Governor’s signature could open up employers to frivolous lawsuits. House Bill 2161 prevents discrimination by an employer based…


Saturday, June 29, 2024
Reps. Ugaste, McCombie, and Hammond Tour Viper Mine

Earlier this week, Leader McCombie, Leader Hammond and I visited the Viper mine in Elkhart. We were able to go 300 feet underground and traveled five miles to where the…


Friday, June 28, 2024
Summer Reading Programs Key to Student Success

Summer reading programs can help fight summer learning loss and set students up for success. ? What are your kids reading this summer? The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House…


Friday, June 28, 2024
Out of Control Spending and High Taxes Hurting Illinois Residents, Businesses

Illinois consistently ranks worst in the nation for tax burdens. We need to rein in our state’s out of control spending to provide tax relief to ALL Illinoisans and help…


Friday, June 28, 2024
Supreme Court Ruling Could Impact Illinois Corruption Trials

Here’s how the recent SCOTUS ruling on the Snyder case could impact Illinois corruption trials. SCOTUS ruling could upend federal corruption cases for Madigan, allies (capitolnewsillinois.com)


Thursday, June 27, 2024
Illinois Offers Great Options For Relaxing Weekend Getaways

Illinois is home to many idyllic destinations. Here are nine great options for a relaxed weekend getaway in the Prairie State. 9 Ideal Illinois Destinations for a 3-Day Weekend in…