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Thursday, August 31, 2023
Jackie Joyner Foundation to Expand Arts Programs with Grant Funding

East St. Louis, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt is pleased to announce that the Illinois Arts Council Agency has awarded three grants totaling $26,900 to the Jackie Joyner Foundation, a center…


Tuesday, August 29, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Joins State and Local Leaders to Speak on Record-High Inflation and Other Economic Issues

Rep. Schmidt joined state and local leaders on Monday for a listening session with Metro East residents about how record-high inflation and high taxes under President Biden and Governor Pritzker…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Statement on Illinois Corruption Trial, Mapes Guilty Verdict

State Representative Kevin Schmidt issued the following statement in Illinois’ most recent corruption trial verdict of Tim Mapes, former House Speaker Mike Madigan’s closest ally: “The conviction of another top…


Thursday, August 24, 2023
Free Breakfast and Discussion in Shiloh August 28th

Join Congressman Bost, State Representative Amy Elik, and State Representative Kevin Schmidt for a free breakfast to discuss how bad policies in DC and Springfield have been harmful for Illinois…


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…