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Friday, May 3, 2024
Senior Advisory Council Holds First Meeting of Year

Thank you to all who attended my first Senior Advisory Council meeting of the year earlier this week. We had strong participation and input from seniors in the 65th District….


Thursday, May 2, 2024
Illinois Peace Officer Memorial Ceremony

Today we stood alongside law enforcement officers from across the state to remember the heroes who have made the ultimate sacrifice while serving their communities. At the Illinois Peace Officer…


Thursday, May 2, 2024
High Speed Rail Alliance Meeting

My staff recently attended a luncheon hosted by the High Speed Rail Alliance (HSRA). Jim Derwinski, Metra’s CEO/Executive Director, spoke about exciting opportunities and a statewide Illinois railway program to…


Thursday, May 2, 2024
Rep. Ugaste: Democrats’ Last Minute Election Bill Full of Games and No Transparency

Springfield, IL – State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) issued the following statement in response to House Democrats filing last-minute amendments to Senate Bill 2412 yesterday and later approving them. The…


Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Democrat Legislation Would Ban Natural Gas Hookups

Democrats have introduced legislation that would ban natural gas hookups in new buildings in Illinois and raise costs for Illinois families. Legislation to ban new natural gas hookups in Illinois…


Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Thank You Illinois Pork Producers Association on Illinois Bacon Day!

Did you know that the Illinois pork industry produces more than 6 billion slices of bacon each year? Today we are celebrating this beloved protein and the pork producers who…


Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Free Food Drive and Shred Event Saturday in St. Charles

With spring cleaning underway in many homes, Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) and State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) are inviting their constituents to safely dispose of old bank records, receipts,…


Tuesday, April 30, 2024
National Military Brats Day

On National Military Brats Day, we celebrate the children of parents working full-time in the United States Armed Forces. Happy National Military Brats Day!


Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Back in Springfield Today For Session

We’re back in Springfield today and kicking off the final month of the spring legislative session. This week is expected to be committee-heavy as we begin moving Senate Bills ahead…


Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Administrative Professionals Day

Administrative Professionals Day celebrates the workers who keep offices running smoothly every day. Thank you to all administrative professionals for all that you do!