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Thursday, June 6, 2024
Rep. Ugaste Marks 80th Anniversary of D-Day

On June 6th, 1944, Allied troops commanded the largest seaborne invasion in history on the beach of Normandy, France. D-Day is a time to remember the sacrifices made by those…


Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Governor Set To Sign Largest Spending Plan in Illinois History

The Governor is set to sign Democrats’ $53.1 billion budget today, the largest spending plan in Illinois history. A reminder that this plan was passed in the middle of the…


Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Congratulations to Our Special Olympics Athletes!

Congratulations to all our Illinois athletes competing in the Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games this weekend! Celebrate Inclusion and Athletic Excellence at the 2024 Special Olympics Illinois Summer Games | River…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
Elections Omnibus Lawsuit

A decision on the lawsuit over Democrats’ mid-cycle elections law is expected in the coming days. Here’s what you should know about the case. Judge considering whether slated candidates can…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
REAL ID Deadline Has Officials Concerned

Beginning on May 7, 2025, REAL ID-compliant identification will be required for residents who plan to fly domestically and for entering federal and state facilities. Illinois ‘tremendously concerned’ about REAL…


Tuesday, June 4, 2024
FY 2025 Budget Includes Pay Raises, Tax Hikes, and Record-Breaking Spending

The Fiscal Year 2025 budget is a whopping $2.6 billion more than last year’s enacted budget and includes pay raises for politicians and a staggering $1 billion for non-citizens. Moreover,…


Monday, June 3, 2024
Illinois Workers are at a Disadvantage

In order to provide the best opportunities for Illinoisans, we have to make our state a destination for job creators and innovators. High taxes and burdensome regulations only drive residents…


Monday, June 3, 2024
News From State Representative Dan Ugaste – June 3, 2024

BUDGET Democrats pass largest budget in state history; vote for tax hikes, politician pay raises and a billion dollars for non-citizens.  In the early morning hours Wednesday, Democrats in the…


Monday, June 3, 2024
CPR and AED Awareness Week

CPR and AED Awareness Week remind us how many lives can be saved if more adults learn how to perform CPR and use an AED. Every second counts when it…


Monday, June 3, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: We Need Opportunity, Not New Taxes and Programs (Video)