Yesterday, I visited the ‘WE CARE’ Clinic on the SIUE East St. Louis Higher Education Campus to learn more about the team and their mission. The WE CARE Clinic is…

By Craig Wall SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WLS) — Illinois Gov. JB Pritzker defended the SAFE-T Act once again while leaving the door open to possible changes during the spring legislative session on Tuesday. This…

Pritzker signs CRGA energy bill, costing consumers billions in higher energy rates. Governor JB Pritzker signed a controversial battery storage and energy omnibus bill into law last Thursday. Senate Bill 25, also…

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt Issues Statement after Energy Bill Signed into Law Springfield, IL…Gov. JB Pritzker signed a controversial energy bill into law yesterday. Critics say Senate Bill 25 will raise energy rates…

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt Issues Statement after Energy Bill Signed into Law Springfield, IL…Gov. JB Pritzker signed a controversial energy bill into law yesterday. Critics say Senate Bill 25 will raise energy…

The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) 2025 Legislative Summary is now available as a resource for anyone interested in learning more about recent law changes that impact Illinois tax law. 

2025 Recap: Photos of State Rep. Kevin Schmidt in District 114 I look forward to beginning 2026 with a positive outlook for the State of Illinois. We can do more…

State Representative Kevin Schmidt had a very busy and productive year for 2025! Here is a snapshot of his visits and tours throughout the 114th District! Business of The Month…

The Center Square Illinois House Speaker Emanuel “Chris” Welch says conversations about energy policy will continue, even with a measure pending the governor’s signature. Welch, D-Hillside, told The Center Square…

CHRISTMAS Our offices will be closed from 12/24/25 through 1/2/26 as we celebrate the holiday season with family and friends. We are wishing everyone in the 114th District a joyful…