Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-St. Charles)
State Government: Agencies/Departments/Divisions | Elected State Legislators
Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-St. Charles)
-
Debate over House Democrats' priorities amid new bill proposal
House Democrats are under scrutiny for their legislative priorities, with critics arguing that they are not focusing on meaningful reforms.
-
Ugaste targets taxpayer-funded ad campaigns with new legislation
State Representative Dan Ugaste of Geneva, Illinois, is preparing to introduce legislation that aims to stop advertising campaigns by government-funded organizations that benefit themselves.
-
Springfield prepares for budget talks amid session's end
As the Spring Session in Springfield nears its conclusion, legislators are focused on passing a budget.
-
Illinois faces $536M budget shortfall; tax hikes opposed
Years of unchecked spending growth under Governor Pritzker and Illinois Democrats has led to a significant budget shortfall.
-
Rep. Dan Ugaste calls for balanced budget with tax relief in Illinois
With the legislative session nearing its end, State Representative Dan Ugaste of Geneva has articulated his expectations for the upcoming state budget.
-
Springfield honors fallen firefighters and awards medal of honor
The Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony took place in Springfield.
-
Governor Pritzker appoints brother-in-law to U of I board
Governor Pritzker has appointed his brother-in-law to the University of Illinois Board of Trustees.
-
Illinois House Republicans oppose tax hikes in fiscal year 2026 budget
May 2, 2025 Illinois House Republicans expressed firm opposition to any proposed tax increases in the state's budget for the fiscal year 2026.
-
Ugaste calls for new leadership in Illinois, criticizes Democratic policies
State Representative Dan Ugaste of Geneva is advocating for a shift in leadership in Illinois, citing what he describes as the negative outcomes from seven years of Democratic governance under Governor JB Pritzker and a Democratic majority. Rep....
-
Governor Pritzker's statement on Republicans draws backlash for inciting division
This weekend, Illinois Governor Pritzker made controversial remarks that some interpreted as a call for violence and mass disruption against Republicans.
-
Illinois House debates issues from crime victims to state agency management
State Representative Patrick Windhorst has taken a prominent role in advocating for crime victims during legislative debates.
-
Illinois tax agency extends call center hours before deadline
The Illinois Department of Revenue has extended its call center hours to accommodate residents in need of assistance before the tax filing deadline tomorrow.
-
House bill allowing sentence reviews for violent criminals is defeated
Last night on the House Floor, a bill proposed by Democrats to allow violent criminals, including convicted murderers and rapists, to have their sentences reviewed and possibly shortened was defeated.
-
Ugaste supports bill banning harmful chemicals in firefighter gear
State Representative Dan Ugaste of Geneva has voiced his approval following the passage of House Bill 2409, a legislative measure designed to enhance the safety of firefighting personnel in Illinois.
-
Illinois Supreme Court denies Republican gerrymandering lawsuit against Democrats
The Illinois Supreme Court has declined House Republicans' attempt to file a lawsuit against the Democratic majority for alleged gerrymandering of legislative maps.
-
Bill regulating digital assets faces opposition from Illinois Republicans
Amendment 2 to House Bill 742 has advanced in the legislative process, receiving an 8-4 vote along party lines in favor of moving the bill to the House floor.
-
Scott's Law requires drivers to move over and slow down when passing vehicles
Scott's Law, also known as Illinois' Move Over law, mandates that drivers must relocate to an adjacent lane and reduce speed when passing vehicles with activated hazard or emergency lighting.
-
Bill to streamline prosecution of image offenses passes Illinois House
State Representative Dan Ugaste, a Republican from Geneva, has co-sponsored HB 3671, which successfully passed the House without opposition.
-
Illinois homeschool bill draws controversy and protest from parents and advocates
Homeschool parents and private school advocates gathered in Chicago to rally against the Homeschool Act (HB 2827).
-
Call for reduced taxes and regulations to fix Illinois' economic issues
Illinois possesses a range of resources that could drive economic growth, but current public policies are inhibiting this potential.