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Thursday, April 24, 2025
Illinois House Republicans Fight to Protect Women in Athletics

SPRINGFIELD, IL –Illinois House Republican lawmakers gathered in the Capitol today to present legislation protecting women’s sports. In light of a recent Executive Order handed down by President Donald Trump,…


Monday, April 21, 2025
The Fight for Homeschool Freedom is Not Over

While the Homeschool Act was not called for a vote in the House before the Chamber’s 3rd Reading deadline, we must stay vigilant. The majority party still may suspend the…


Monday, April 21, 2025
Deering Marks National Work Zone Safety Week

Road work is essential for safer and better infrastructure, but it also comes with risks for workers and drivers. Work zones require extra attention, slower speeds, and a commitment to…


Tuesday, April 15, 2025
Deering’s Office Attends Fair Housing Affair in Bloomington, Highlights Great Resources for Bloomington-Normal Residents

Bloomington-Normal has so many resources for its citizens! The Fair Housing Affair was a great community event to get the word out about them. Here are a few that my…


Monday, April 14, 2025
Deering Marks National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week

Public safety telecommunicators are the unseen lifeline in moments of crisis, providing steady guidance and rapid coordination when it matters most. Their work is demanding, requiring patience, resilience, and unwavering…


Friday, April 11, 2025
Deering: Third Reading Deadline Week Comes to an End

We have wrapped up a very long week of passing almost 400 bills in the House. While many bills passed with bipartisan support, very few measures tackled concerns of high…


Thursday, April 10, 2025
Deering Introduces HR 177 in Honor of Agriculture Legislative Day

In honor of Agriculture Legislative Day yesterday, I spoke on HR 177, a resolution I filed to urge Congress and President Trump to move the United States Department of Agriculture…


Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Deering Marks National Library Week

During National Library Week, take a moment to appreciate the resources, knowledge, and opportunities our local libraries provide! Whether you’re borrowing a book, researching a new topic, or simply finding…


Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Deering Passes First Bill—Marks First Full Week of March as Soil Health Week

What an honor that my first bill passed is in support of our Agriculture community, recognizing Soil Health Week each year during the first full week of March. Managing soil…


Monday, April 7, 2025
Scott’s Law: Illinois’ Move Over Law

Scott’s Law is Illinois’ Move Over law, this measure requires drivers to move over and slow down when passing any vehicle with hazard or emergency lights activated. This simple action…