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Tuesday, February 17, 2026
How to File a Witness Slip

Witness slips are a vital piece of the legislative process. Before a bill is heard in committee, the chairperson will read who has submitted witness slips and whether they support…


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…


Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Reminder: Upcoming Mobile DMV in Heyworth

Need to renew your vehicle sticker, driver’s license, or apply for a REAL ID? Join us for our Mobile DMV event in Heyworth on Thursday, March 5. Space is limited,…


Saturday, February 21, 2026
FFA Week | Feb. 21-28

This week marks FFA Week, dedicated to showcasing the collective impact of FFA nationwide. Happy FFA Week to the young leaders building the future of agriculture right here in the…


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…


Tuesday, February 17, 2026
Deering Reiterates Op-Ed Published Last Spring: Illinois doesn’t need a bigger government—it needs a better one

Ahead of the budget address tomorrow, I want to highlight an op-ed I published in the Chicago Tribune last spring that still rings true. With Illinois already facing a multi-billion…


Monday, February 16, 2026
Happy Presidents’ Day!

Today we celebrate and honor all those who have served as President, starting with George Washington, as it’s his birthday. Snapped this photo of me and one of my favorites,…


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…


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…


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…