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:…

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…

Cahokia Heights, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia Heights) has taken a significant stride towards enhancing healthcare accessibility for families as two bills he supported have been signed into law. Rep….

Mascoutah, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt is pleased to extend his congratulations to the Mascoutah Public Library for being awarded a $10,582 grant under the Library Services and Technology Act (LSTA)…

Rep. Schmidt released the following message after hosting a successful blood drive in O’Fallon last Thursday: “I hosted a blood drive yesterday in O’Fallon. It was a great success! Thank…

State Representative Kevin Schmidt says families are being hit hard with rising inflation and has introduced new legislation to help them better afford school supplies.  House Bill 4114 establishes a…

The professional licensure system in Illinois is antiquated and outdated, and as a result industry professionals from nurses to barbers to roofers can experience wait periods of three to nine…

Dear Neighbor, Thank you for taking the time to read this edition of “Schmidt’s Spotlight.” I’m excited to share a variety of things with you today, from a local event…

Rep. Schmidt invites you to come to his blood drive that he’s hosting with ImpactLife. Give blood, save lives! YOU can make a difference.  For questions, please call Rep. Schmidt’s…

Rep. Schmidt released the following statement today after a new Illinois Auditor General report showed the Illinois Department of Unemployment Security paid out $5.24 billion in fraudulent unemployment claims from…