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Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Rep. Schmidt Donates Pay Raise to Press Play x 2 Shinn Inc

Rep. Schmidt Donates Pay Raise to Press Play x 2 Shinn Inc East St. Louis, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) donated his pay raise for the month of November to…


Tuesday, November 18, 2025
VETO SESSION: Transit $2.5 Billion Tax Hike and $8 Billion Energy Tax Hike

Illinois Democrats Raise Taxes During Veto Session Illinois residents and businesses lose again during veto session for 2025. Democrats always talk about how they deliver, and they certainly did with…


Monday, November 17, 2025
Hiking Trails in Illinois

One of the best ways to enjoy the beauty of nature and fresh air of the outdoors is to visit one of the hundreds of great hiking trails Illinois has…


Friday, November 14, 2025
Schmidt’s Spotlight: Mobile DMV Coming to Freeburg & O’Fallon

Mobile DMV Events SIGN UP NOW! December 2 in O’Fallon: https://repschmidt.com/mobile-dmv-sign-up/ December 4 in Freeburg: https://repschmidt.com/mobile-dmv-sign-up-freeburg/ Residents in need of basic vehicle services provided by the Illinois Department of Motor…


Thursday, November 13, 2025
AFFORDABILITY CRISIS in Illinois Caused by Democrat Policies

AFFORDABILITY CRISIS Pritzker Promises Affordability, Delivers the Opposite. In yet another exaggerated claim, Governor JB Pritzker told reporters that Democrats have been “delivering for the people” of Illinois. But the actions…


Thursday, November 13, 2025
New Laws for 2026 Impact Illinois Employers

The new year is approaching and businesses need to prepare for new laws that will impact employers across Illinois. Employers are encouraged to to review their company policies and prepare…


Tuesday, November 11, 2025
Honoring Our Veterans

Veterans Day, since November 11th, 1919, has been celebrated annually in the United States as a way to show gratitude to those who have selflessly served in one of the…


Monday, November 10, 2025
Celebrating the U.S. Marine Corps’ 250th birthday

250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps November 10, 2025, marks the 250th Birthday of the United States Marine Corps, a day set aside to recognize the strength, bravery,…


Friday, November 7, 2025
Schmidt’s Spotlight: Seniors Receive Relief from SB642

I voted Yes to (SB642) that will give seniors the relief they deserve. This bill increases the maximum income limitation for the Senior Freeze Homestead Exemption. Beginning in 2026, limitations…


Thursday, November 6, 2025
PHOTOS: Schmidt’s Job Fair in East St. Louis

Rep Schmidt hosted a Job Fair in East St. Louis and was thrilled to see over 150 job seekers attend. Over 30 businesses were setup and ready to discuss potential…