Biography
Ricky Rivard is the Democratic candidate for Illinois House of Representatives District 65 in the November 3, 2026 general election, running against incumbent Dan Ugaste (R).[1] Rivard is an adjunct professor and real estate agent who says affordability is the central issue in the race.[2]
Rivard graduated from Saint Charles High School and earned a graduate degree from Northern Illinois University in 2018.[1] In a Ballotpedia survey, he said he holds a master's degree in political science from Northern Illinois University and has spent more than 20 years working as a real estate agent, an adjunct professor and in the service industry.[2]
Rivard won the March 17, 2026 Democratic primary without opposition.[1] In the survey he said his campaign focuses on lowering health care and childcare costs, property tax relief through changes to how the state funds schools, and attainable housing.[2]
- 1.Ricky Rivard · Ballotpedia Reference
- 2.Ricky Rivard - Candidate Connection survey responses (2026) · Ballotpedia Candidate's own words
Researched from the cited sources on 2026-10-21. Not yet independently fact-checked.
Illinois House District 65
Ricky Rivard is on the Nov 3, 2026 ballot for Illinois House District 65 as D. Not researched in depth — candidate list only.
