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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…


Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Don’t Miss the Back-to-School Tax Holiday!

Illinois’ Back to School Sales Tax holiday is right around the corner! From Friday, August 7th through end of business on Sunday, August 16th, the State’s portion of the sales…


Tuesday, August 4, 2026
Deering Condemns Pritzker Law Cutting Parents Out of Minors’ Health Care Decisions

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement after Governor Pritzker signed SB 3341 into law, allowing minors to obtain contraceptive services and supplies without the consent of…


Friday, July 31, 2026
Deering Enews 16: July 2026

Welcome to my e-newsletter! As your State Representative, I am committed to keeping you informed about what’s happening in Springfield and through the 88th District. In this issue, you’ll find…


Monday, July 27, 2026
Deering’s DCFS Transparency Bill Signed into Law

DECATUR, IL… State Rep. Regan Deering (R-Decatur) announced that her legislation strengthening transparency in Illinois Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS) investigations has been signed into law. HB 4242…


Thursday, July 23, 2026
Deering Earns 100% NFIB Voting Record for Supporting Illinois Small Businesses

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) has earned a 100% voting record from the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) in recognition of her support for Illinois’ small businesses…


Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Deering: Illinoisans are not asking for Excuses. They are asking for Relief.

In late April, I penned an op-ed to The Pantagraph calling for affordability in Illinois. Illinois families are being squeezed from every direction, and Springfield is not making it any…


Monday, July 20, 2026
Deering: Welch’s Handling of Benton Allegations Exposes Rotten Culture

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement following new reporting that Illinois House Speaker Chris Welch’s office was informed of harassment allegations against former State Representative…


Thursday, July 16, 2026
Deering Reacts to Energy Bills Signed by Governor, Urges Greater Affordability

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement after Governor JB Pritzker signed two bills related to utility bills and energy costs. HB 5524 requires the Commission…


Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Deering Signs Petition to Establish Special Committee Investigating Rep. Carol Ammons

DECATUR, IL… State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) issued the following statement after signing a petition on Friday to establish a Special Investigating Committee concerning State Representative Carol Ammons. The petition,…


Monday, July 13, 2026
Deering’s Diaper Drive Delivers Support to Families

DECATUR, IL… This past spring and into the summer, State Representative Regan Deering (R-Decatur) has made rounds in the 88th District, delivering diapers and wipes to area resource centers, following…