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Tuesday, April 7, 2026
The House is Back in Session

The House is back in Session today after spending the last week in our districts. We only have seven scheduled session days before the 3rd Reading Deadline for all House…


Thursday, April 2, 2026
Office Closed: April 3

My offices will be closed tomorrow, April 3 and we will reopen on Monday, April 6. In the meantime, please don’t hesitate to call, email, or visit my website with…


Thursday, April 2, 2026
April is Child Abuse Prevention Month

April marks Child Abuse Prevention Month and serves as a time for us to come together to stop child abuse and neglect. Every child deserves to grow up in a…


Thursday, March 26, 2026
We Need Estate Tax Relief

The estate tax, sometimes referred to as the “death tax,” unfairly burdens farm families. This issue has sparked bipartisan legislation and support but has set to be called by the…


Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Rep. Deering Honors Three Trailblazing Women for Women’s History Month

Today, I honored three trailblazing women for Women’s History Month. Minnie Jones, Verna Crusius Huffman, and Ella O. Turner made great impacts on the insurance industry as we know it…


Monday, March 23, 2026
Traveling Office Hours, Tomorrow

Join Sen. Turner’s and my staff at my Decatur office for Traveling Office Hours on Tuesday, March 24th from 10am to 1pm. Our offices will be available to answer any…


Monday, March 23, 2026
Traveling Office Hours with Senator Turner

Join Sen. Turner’s and my staff at my Decatur office for Traveling Office Hours on Tuesday, March 24th from 10am to 1pm. Our offices will be available to answer any…


Thursday, March 19, 2026
Rep. Deering: Every Life Has Value, Has Purpose, and is a Gift (VIDEO)

Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Session Schedule: March 18th

The House is back in Session today at 2:00pm. We expect to be busy these next two weeks as we approach the committee deadline week for House bills next Friday….


Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Primary Election in Illinois: March 17th

Today is the Primary Election in Illinois. Polls are open until 7pm for you to cast your vote.