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Friday, June 5, 2026
Regan’s Rundown on State Matters: May Edition

Welcome to my e-newsletter! As your State Representative, I want to keep you informed about what’s happening in Springfield and throughout the 88th District.  In this month’s newsletter, you’ll find…


Friday, April 24, 2026
State Rep. Regan Deering Discusses Flaws in the Megaprojects Bill

I sat down with WICS Channel 20 to discuss the megaprojects legislation that passed through the House this week. HB 910 was an easy no vote from me as I…


Saturday, February 14, 2026
Happy Valentine’s Day!

Love is in the air! Many thanks to all who made cards for seniors through my office initiative. While delivering notes and spreading smiles, I happened upon one lucky couple…


Thursday, February 12, 2026
Office Closed: Honoring Lincoln

My Decatur and Springfield offices will be closed today in honor of Abraham Lincoln’s birthday. We will reopen on Friday. In the meantime, if there is anything you need, please…


Tuesday, January 27, 2026
School Choice Week | January 26-January 30

School choice is incorrectly pitted as a public school versus private school issue. It’s not. It’s a children’s issue. Our kids deserve to be educated in the best school for…


Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Deering Appalled After Governor Signs Downstate Bailout of Chicago Mass Transit

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) released the following statement after Governor Pritzker signed SB 2111 into law today, which uses downstate funds to bail out Chicago’s mismanaged mass…


Sunday, September 28, 2025
National Hunting and Fishing Day

On National Hunting and Fishing Day, we celebrate the traditions that connect people to nature and conservation. This day honors these pastimes and the role they play in managing wildlife…


Monday, August 4, 2025
Rep. Deering’s First Bill Signed by the Governor

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) released the following statement upon the Governor signing SB 1288, a measure she recently guided through the legislature: “I’m proud we were able…


Saturday, June 7, 2025
Team Deering Visits Rivian

My team was invited to tour the Rivian Training Center in Bloomington. Our conversation revolved around workforce development in Illinois and how we can collaborate to recruit, train, and hire…


Tuesday, May 13, 2025
Deering Attends Firefighter Memorial

The Fallen Firefighter Memorial and Medal of Honor Ceremony in Springfield is a powerful reminder of the bravery, strength, and heroism of firefighters.  This morning, we paid tribute to the…