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Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Spain and Deering Discuss Affordability Issues in Illinois, Offer Solutions

SPRINGFIELD, IL… Deputy Leader Ryan Spain (R-Peoria) and State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) held a press conference today to discuss the affordability issues plaguing Illinois due to Democrat policies and…


Thursday, March 26, 2026
Deering Bill to Improve Transparency in DCFS Investigations Clears Adoption Committee

SPRINGFIELD, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) passed legislation out of the Adoption and Child Welfare Committee that works to improve transparency in child abuse and neglect investigations conducted by…


Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Op-Ed: Deering Proposes No Tax on Tips in Illinois

A waitress finishing a double shift. A bartender working late into the night. A hotel worker greeting guests before sunrise. These are the hardworking Americans who rely on tips to…


Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Rep. Deering to Participate in Convention of States Rally at Illinois Capitol, Encourages Constituents to Join if Available

SPRINGFIELD, IL… As more states in the Union have advanced legislation calling for a Convention of States, Rep. Regan Deering announced today that she will participate in a Capitol rally…


Wednesday, February 18, 2026
Deering Reacts to Governor’s Budget Address, Renews Calls for Better Government

SPRINGFIELD, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following reaction after Governor Pritzker delivered his annual State of the State and Budget Address to a joint session of the…


Friday, February 13, 2026
Op-Ed: Deering Urges Gov. Pritzker to opt Illinois into Federal Scholarship Program

Over the last week, we have watched families across the country engage in meaningful discussions about school choice. At a time when the federal administration is shaking up education—seeking to…


Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Deering to Host Mobile DMV Event with Secretary of State’s Office in Heyworth

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) is hosting another Mobile DMV event with the Illinois Secretary of State’s office on Thursday, March 5th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the…


Friday, January 16, 2026
Deering to Host Legislative Update in Heyworth

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) is hosting a legislative update at the VFW Post 1559, located at 203 E. Main in Heyworth, on Thursday, January 29th, from 5:30-7:00…


Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Deering Applauds Bridge Payments for Farmers

DECATUR, IL… In response to the United States Department of Agriculture making $12 billion available in one-time bridge payments to American farmers due to temporary trade market disruptions, State Representative…


Friday, December 19, 2025
Deering: Illinois Families Feel the Cost of Living, Not Pritzker’s Spin

DECATUR, IL… In response to the Governor’s Office releasing a list of self-congratulatory accomplishments, State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement to inject a dose of reality into…