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Friday, May 15, 2026
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for May 15

In this issue: Budget deadline just over two weeks away The General Assembly is scheduled to complete its work and adjourn the spring session on Sunday May 31. After that…


Thursday, May 14, 2026
Lots of visitors in Springfield lately

Wow! The past two weeks in Springfield have been truly inspiring. I had the privilege of connecting with so many incredible groups such as ABATE, Joliet Junior College, Heartland Community…


Monday, May 11, 2026
Video: Several free events coming up in the 106th District this summer

An update on free events coming up in the 106th District this summer, including a health resource fair, senior expo, summer reading program and the Museums in the Park Chicago…


Friday, May 8, 2026
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for May 8

In this issue: Gerrymandering amendment does not advance A proposed Constitutional amendment which would have permanently enshrined partisan gerrymandering in the state Constitution did not advance in the Senate last…


Thursday, May 7, 2026
Emmaline Hildenbrand served as a House Page for a Day

On Thursday I had the privilege of introducing Emmaline Hildenbrand of Onarga to the members of the Illinois House. Emmaline served as a House Page for the Day and got…


Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Thank you to our Correctional Officers

During Correctional Officers Week, we recognize and thank the dedicated men and women who serve in our correctional facilities. Your commitment to maintaining safety, order, and professionalism often under challenging…


Friday, May 1, 2026
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for May 1

In this issue: Bears stadium bill passes House, uncertain future in Senate A “megaprojects” bill which would support several different potential projects in Illinois – the most prominent among them…


Tuesday, April 28, 2026
On the move!

We’re on the move! This is the final week at our office located at 132 E. Main St. in Dwight. We’re excited for what’s ahead and will share our new…


Friday, April 24, 2026
Rep. Bunting’s Springfield news update for April 24

In this issue: Opposing gerrymandering This week I voted No on an effort to amend the state Constitution to make Illinois’ legislative district maps even more one-sided. Illinois has some…


Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Bedei, Hogan represent 106th District in ‘Women to Watch’ event at the Capitol

I was honored to be joined at the Capitol on Wednesday by Tara Bedei, the mayor of Streator and Aindrea Hogan, the Grundy County Economic Development Council’s Vice President of…