DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement after signing a petition on Friday to establish a Special Investigating Committee concerning State Representative Carol Ammons.
The petition, submitted pursuant to House Rule 91, seeks to establish a Special Investigating Committee to review allegations of misconduct involving Rep. Ammons. Ammons was indicted last week on multiple counts of wire fraud and one count of making a false statement to the FBI.
“I signed onto the petition to further investigate the charges filed against Rep. Carol Ammons because Illinoisans deserve full transparency from their public officials and government. The allegations brought up against Rep. Ammons are incredibly serious and warrant a thorough review of her actions. As public officials, we have a duty to uphold the law and public trust, and we must adhere to investigations and consequences following serious allegations and findings. I am calling for Rep. Ammons to resign from public office immediately.”
The petition was signed by the following House Republican members:
- Rep. C.D. Davidsmeyer
- Rep. Amy Elik
- Rep. Jason Bunting
- Rep. Regan Deering
- Rep. Bradley Fritts
- Rep. Brad Halbrook
- Rep. Nicole La Ha
- Rep. Chris Miller
- Rep. Kyle Moore
- Rep. Tom Weber
- Rep. Blaine Wilhour
The Special Investigating Committee process represents an important step toward accountability and ensuring the Illinois House takes these allegations seriously.
House Republicans will continue advocating for transparency, accountability, and reforms that ensure elected officials are held responsible for their actions and that Illinois taxpayers can trust their government.
With questions, please contact Rep. Deering at (217) 876-1968 or visit RepDeering.com.
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