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Thursday, December 7, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Applauds Boeing’s Commitment to Innovation and Community Development During Mascoutah Facility Visit

Mascoutah, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt toured the Boeing manufacturing facility in Mascoutah, gaining firsthand insight into the company’s significant contributions to the local community and the aerospace industry at large…


Wednesday, December 6, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Wishes You a Merry Christmas (VIDEO)

Tuesday, December 5, 2023
State Representative Kevin Schmidt Launches Canned Food Drive

New Athens, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt is excited to announce the kickoff of his canned food drive, running from December 4th to December 15th. All members of the community are…


Friday, December 1, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Recognizes Longtime Dupo Business

Earlier this week, met with Joseph Goley of Goley Insulation, a longtime business in Dupo. Goley Insulation is working on the old Broadway Hotel renovation in East St. Louis (more…


Wednesday, November 29, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Advocates for Enhanced Safety Measures in Cahokia Heights (With Video)

The Cahokia Heights Police Department recently reported a string of serious crimes. Residents of Cahokia Heights find themselves having growing concerns about public safety. Residents are now urging local authorities…


Monday, November 27, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Visits Lebanon Elementary School for National Blue-Ribbon Recognition

Lebanon, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt visited Lebanon Elementary School to celebrate them being recognized as a National Blue Ribbon School. Rep. Schmidt congratulated the students, teachers, families, and the entire…


Thursday, November 23, 2023
The History of the Thanksgiving Holiday in the U.S.

Thanksgiving Day is a national holiday in the U.S., and this year Thanksgiving is celebrated on Thursday, November 23. The Thanksgiving celebration dates back to 1621, when the Plymouth colonists from…


Tuesday, November 21, 2023
Resources for Those in Need

As we approach the holiday season, let’s take a moment to reflect on the importance of compassion and community. As we enter the holiday season, I want to share some…


Monday, November 20, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Speaks at Veterans Day Ceremony

Last week, Rep. Schmidt was invited to speak at the Dupo American Legion for their Veterans Day Ceremony. Afterwards, he released the following statement: “Today, I was invited to speak…


Friday, November 17, 2023
Rep. Schmidt Donates His Pay Raise to Gethsemane Church of the Living God’s Annual Turkey Dinner

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…