State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District
State Representative Dan Ugaste (IL) | Representative Dan Ugaste (R) 65th District
The Illinois House approved a bill on Thursday in regards to the Chicago School Board, with the legislation calling for half of the 20-member board to be elected by voters and the other half appointed by the Chicago Mayor. The measure passed the Senate earlier in the week and now heads to the Governor’s desk for formal approval.
According to an article from the Chicago Tribune, the legislation aims to create a hybrid elected school board in Chicago. The bill has stirred some controversy, with Rep. Ugaste sharing his perspective on the matter. In a statement on the House Floor, Rep. Ugaste explained his vote against the bill, stating, "For my full Floor Remarks, see the video below."
The bill's passage in both chambers of the Illinois General Assembly signifies a significant step towards potentially changing the structure of the Chicago School Board. The final decision now rests with the Governor, who will determine the fate of the proposed legislation.
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