The general assembly has only a few days to pass a state budget with a simple majority vote, yet House Republicans have been shutout from knowing the full details of…

Memorial Day Memorial Day is more than a long weekend, it’s a day of remembrance for those who gave their lives in service to the United States. Their sacrifice paved…

To sum up this week in session, no legislation was debated or passed to lower taxes or energy rates in Illinois. Instead of focusing on affordability, the time used in…

Governor J. B. Pritzker is continuing to attack local control. From mandates on green energy projects to his proposed one-size-fits-all zoning policies, local leaders are seeing their voices pushed aside….

SPRINGFIELD, IL — Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) and Representative Kevin Schmidt (114th-Millstadt) announced the passage of two bills focused on government transparency and supporting Illinois veterans. House Bill 2137…

State Rep. Kevin Schmidt is hosting several outreach events over the summer for his constituents. These events are designed to benefit families and spread across the 114th District. Watch the…

Rep. Schmidt Donates Monthly Pay Raise to Zion United Church of Christ in New Baden New Baden, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has pledged to donate the legislative pay raise…

Glock Ban Scheduled for House Gun Violence Prevention Committee on 5-20-26 House Bill 4471 is a de facto ban on Glock pistols in Illinois. Glock switches are already illegal and criminals…

Two weeks remain of spring session and a lot of work is needed to bring affordability to Illinois. House Republicans are curious if Illinois Democrats will keep their promise to…