Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-St. Charles)
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Recent News About Illinois State Rep. Dan Ugaste (R-St. Charles)
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Rep. Ugaste and Sen. DeWitte partner with IL Tollway for new sticker system
State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) and State Representative Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) are collaborating with the Illinois Tollway to assist motorists in updating their IPASS technology from plastic transponders to new stickers. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10, at the lawmakers’ shared office in St. Charles.
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Reps Ugaste and Keicher host prescription drug drop-off event in Elburn
State Representatives Dan Ugaste (R-Geneva) and Jeff Keicher (R-Sycamore) are collaborating with the Elburn Police Department for a Prescription Drug Drop Off Event on Wednesday, July 10, from 9-11 a.m. The event will take place at the Elburn Police Department, located at 301 E. North St., Elburn.
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Illinois bill raises concerns over state control of school discipline
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 actions such as suspensions and expulsions.
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Rep. Ugaste expresses concern over potential impact of HB 2161 on employers
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 on an employee’s family responsibilities. However, Illinois already has laws on the books that prevent discrimination in the workplace.
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Reps. McCombie, Hammond, and Ugaste tour Viper Mine in Elkhart
Earlier this week, Representatives Tony McCombie, Norine Hammond, and Dan Ugaste visited the Viper Mine in Elkhart. During their visit, they descended 300 feet underground and traveled five miles to observe active mining operations.
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Supreme Court ruling may impact Illinois corruption trials
The recent Supreme Court ruling on the Snyder case may have significant implications for ongoing and future corruption trials in Illinois. Legal experts suggest that the decision could affect federal corruption cases involving former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan and his associates.
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Calls for tax reform grow as Illinois ranks low on tax friendliness
Illinois consistently ranks among the worst in the nation for tax burdens. There is a growing call to rein in state spending to provide tax relief and support residents' prosperity.
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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?" asks The Caucus Blog of the Illinois House Republicans. The blog emphasizes that summer reading programs improve education outcomes.
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Prescription drug drop-off event scheduled for July 10 in Elburn
Reps. Ugaste and Keicher will host a prescription drug drop-off event on Wednesday, July 10, from 9-11 a.m. at the Elburn Police Department, located at 301 E. North St., Elburn. This is a free outdoor event that allows residents to safely dispose of unused, unwanted, or expired prescription drugs.
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Nine ideal Illinois destinations for a three-day weekend in 2024
Illinois offers a variety of destinations perfect for a relaxing weekend getaway. Here are nine recommended options for a three-day weekend in the Prairie State, as highlighted by WorldAtlas.
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Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke sentenced to two years in prison for corruption
Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke was sentenced to two years in prison and a $2 million fine earlier this week in his corruption case.
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Receiving unexpected packages could indicate 'brushing' scam, authorities warn
If you receive an unexpected package in the mail, you could be the victim of a “brushing” scam. Here’s what you need to know.
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Supreme Court overturns bribery conviction of former Indiana mayor
The U.S. Supreme Court has overturned the bribery conviction of a former Indiana mayor. This decision is expected to impact former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan’s corruption trial set for later this year.
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Rep. Ugaste and Sen. DeWitte to host I-PASS update event on July 10
State Representative Dan Ugaste and State Senator Don DeWitte will host an I-PASS on Demand event on July 10. The event aims to assist motorists in updating their I-PASS technology from plastic transponders to new stickers.
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Illinois faces emergency blood shortage, urges residents to donate
Blood supplies and donations often dwindle during the summer months, causing critical shortages. If you are able, consider giving the gift of life this summer by donating blood or platelets.
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Illinois Attorney General warns against summer ticket scams
Don’t fall for ticket scams this summer. Here’s how you can make sure you purchase your event tickets from legitimate sources. Attorney General Raoul urges Illinois residents to be alert for ticket scams.
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House Republicans begin summer outreach across Illinois districts
House Republicans Stay Busy With Local Outreach Events
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Elgin to host new citizen recognition ceremony on June 25
The city of Elgin's 24th annual New Citizen Recognition Ceremony will be held Tuesday, June 25, at 7 p.m. in the Heritage Ballroom at the Centre of Elgin. This event is open to the public and will honor individuals from the Elgin area who have recently become new U.S. citizens.
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Guidelines to prevent Medicare fraud amid rising scam incidents
In 2022, the government lost approximately $60 billion to Medicare fraud. Here are some guidelines on how to identify scams and avoid becoming a victim of Medicare fraud:
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Illinois faces challenges with burdensome regulations affecting job opportunities
Our state’s burdensome regulations reduce opportunities for our residents to thrive. We need to do more to make our state a more affordable place to live, work, and do business so we can help Illinoisans thrive. Oppressive regulations leave thousands of jobs unfilled (illinoispolicy.org).