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Thursday, May 1, 2025
Deering Attends Police Memorial

Today we paid tribute to Illinois police officers who lost their lives in the line of duty over the last year. The Fallen Peace Officers Memorial Ceremony is a somber…


Tuesday, April 29, 2025
Deering Tours Clinton Clean Energy Center

Yesterday, I went on a tour of Constellation’s Clinton Clean Energy Center along with Illinois Manufacturers’ Association, a bipartisan group of legislators, and members from the governor’s office. As the…


Friday, April 25, 2025
Saving Family Farms

Agriculture impacts every corner of our state, with agricultural products generating more than $50 billion annually. Even more impressive, 96% of farms in Illinois are family-owned. We want to support…


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…