Illinois State Sen. Don DeWitte (R-West Dundee)
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Recent News About Illinois State Sen. Don DeWitte (R-West Dundee)
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Illinois enacts diverse laws covering budget, human rights, education starting July
Starting July 1, a series of new laws will come into effect across Illinois, encompassing areas such as human rights, education, healthcare, insurance, and the judiciary.
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Pritzker seeks third term amid rising spending; officials stress July Fourth safety
Last week, Governor J.B. Pritzker announced his intention to seek a third term in office.
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Governor signs record-breaking budget amid opposition
On June 16, Governor JB Pritzker signed into law the largest government spending plan in Illinois history, totaling over $55 billion.
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Senators host document shredding event with food drive in St. Charles
State Senator Don DeWitte and State Representative Dan Ugaste are organizing a free document shredding event and food drive.
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Madigan sentenced; Senator DeWitte launches survey; Pritzker defends policies
Former Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan has been sentenced to 7½ years in federal prison and fined $2.5 million for corruption charges, marking a significant downfall for the once-powerful politician.
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Illinois lawmakers pass record-high budget amid contentious debates
The Illinois Senate and House have concluded their spring session, which saw the passage of 432 bills.
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Senator DeWitte criticizes new fiscal year 2026 budget
Just before the deadline on May 31, majority party legislators approved a budget for Fiscal Year 2026 amounting to $55.2 billion.
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Senator DeWitte and Rep. Ugaste host property tax seminar in St. Charles
Constituents of State Senator Don DeWitte and State Representative Dan Ugaste are invited to a free property tax seminar on June 4 in St. Charles.
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Senate approves bill ending driving tests for older Illinois drivers
Legislation to end a driving test requirement for older Illinois drivers has passed the Senate and is now awaiting action from the Governor.
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Illinois Senate passes bill ending discriminatory driving tests for seniors
Legislation aimed at ending a driving test requirement for older drivers in Illinois has passed the Senate with unanimous support.
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Algonquin receives $1.2M ITEP grant for Sandbloom Road bike path
State Senator Don DeWitte announced that the City of Algonquin has been awarded a grant from the Illinois Transportation Enhancement Program (ITEP) totaling $1,207,520.
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DeWitte named Legislator of the Year by IMEA
Senator Don DeWitte was honored as "Legislator of the Year" by the Illinois Municipal Electric Agency (IMEA) at their annual dinner.
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Senator DeWitte announces summer traveling office hours across six locations
State Senator Don DeWitte (R-St. Charles) is set to bring his legislative office's resources closer to the residents of the 33rd District through a series of traveling office hours this summer.
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Illinois moves closer to ending discriminatory driving tests for seniors
Legislation aimed at ending discriminatory driving laws in Illinois has advanced, moving closer to becoming law.
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DeWitte and Ugaste organize drug takeback event in South Elgin
Senator Don DeWitte and State Representative Dan Ugaste are organizing a Prescription and Over-the-Counter Drug Takeback Event in collaboration with the South Elgin Police Department.
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Illinois moves closer to ending senior driver test requirement
Legislation aimed at ending the automatic driving test requirement for older drivers in Illinois is advancing towards a final vote.
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DeWitte discusses key issues as legislative session nears end
Legislators in Springfield are working through the final four weeks of their session, with a scheduled adjournment date of May 31.
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DeWitte partners with Anderson Humane for pet adoption event on May 10
Senator Don DeWitte of St. Charles will collaborate with Anderson Humane of South Elgin to host a Pet Adoption Fair.
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Illinois senators resume session, debates on major legislation commence
Illinois lawmakers have reconvened in Springfield for the final weeks of the legislative session, commencing discussions on bills recently moved forward by the House.
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Funding announced for school libraries in Illinois' 33rd District
Several school libraries in the 33rd Senate District will benefit from a total of $74,840.92 through state library grants, as announced by State Senator Don DeWitte.