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Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Metro East Auto Theft Task Force Awarded $2.4 Million Grant: Rep. Schmidt Comments

The Metro East Auto Theft Task Force has been awarded a grant of $2.4 million from the Secretary of State’s office. State Representative Kevin Schmidt has enthusiastically voiced his support…


Tuesday, August 22, 2023
Cutting Edge Boeing Drone Production Plant a Job Creator in St. Clair County

Manufacturing giant Boeing is expanding its aerospace footprint in St. Clair County, with a 300,000 square-foot state-of-the-art facility expected to be completed in early 2024. The facility at MidAmerica St. Louis Airport…


Monday, August 21, 2023
Addressing Teacher Shortages: Rep. Schmidt Stands in Support of Increased Funding for Golden Apple Foundation

State Representative Kevin Schmidt is proud to announce his steadfast support for the Golden Apple Foundation’s ongoing efforts to combat the teacher shortage crisis in Illinois. With a focus on…


Friday, August 18, 2023
State Representative Kevin Schmidt Applauds Belleville’s CAVE Program

Belleville, IL–State Representative Kevin Schmidt is pleased to shine a spotlight on the exceptional Center for Academic and Vocational Excellence (CAVE) program offered by Belleville Township High School District 201….


Thursday, August 17, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Donates Pay Raise to Millstadt Food Pantry

State Representative Kevin Schmidt has pledged to donate the legislative pay raise he voted against to different local community outreach efforts in his community. This month, he has chosen the…


Wednesday, August 16, 2023
High School Trades and Apprenticeship Programs Taking Hold in Illinois

Youth apprenticeships provide multiple career pathway opportunities for high school students in Illinois. Students enrolled in these programs have the opportunity to enter the workforce upon graduation, or they could enroll in…


Tuesday, August 15, 2023
Schmidt’s Spotlight 8/15/23

Thank you for reading this edition of “Schmidt’s Spotlight.” I’m grateful for the opportunity to share with you what I’ve been up to as I serve as your state representative….


Monday, August 14, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Appears on KMOV 4: Comments on Cahokia Heights Drinking Water Concerns (VIDEO)

Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Releases Statement on Governor’s Veto of SB76

Today, Governor Pritzker vetoed SB76, a bill that would have allowed for the construction of new nuclear power plants in Illinois. Following this veto, Rep. Schmidt released the following statement:…


Friday, August 11, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Statement on Illinois Supreme Court Gun Ban Ruling

Today, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled 4-3 to uphold legislation enforcing a gun ban in Illinois. Rep. Schmidt released the following statement following the ruling: “From day one my Republican…