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Wednesday, July 30, 2025
DCFS needs comprehensive reforms to protect children in state care

Capitol News Illinois-Beth Hundsdorfer A caseworker assigned to monitor Illinois foster child Mackenzi Felmlee — who later died in May 2024 — had a troubling past, including an arrest for…


Monday, July 28, 2025
Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant

The Open Space Land Acquisition and Development (OSLAD) grant is officially opened and accepting applications until September 30, 2025. This program provides state-financed grants supporting funding assistance to local government…


Friday, July 25, 2025
Schmidt’s Spotlight: I want to hear from veterans in my district!

Veterans Survey If you are a Veteran living in Illinois, we want to hear from you. Your input will be used to improve Veteran services in Illinois. We ask that…


Friday, July 25, 2025
Schmidt Holds Successful Blood Drive in O’Fallon

Schmidt Holds Successful Blood Drive in O’Fallon O’Fallon, IL…State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) partnered with ImpactLife to host a Blood Drive at O’Fallon Township. “I want to thank everyone who…


Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Schmidt Attends East St. Louis Townhall as Guest Speaker

I visited East St. Louis this week to meet with my constituents who shared their thoughts about Illinois. As state representative, I focus on legislation to grow our economy, create…


Wednesday, July 23, 2025
Illinois State Police Hosting All-Women Recruitment Event

The Illinois State Police (ISP) is hosting its first ever all-women recruitment event at Southwestern Illinois College on July 31 to encourage women to explore career paths available both as…


Tuesday, July 22, 2025
Why Are Dead People Still on Illinois Voter Rolls?

Written by David E. Smith On July 22, 2025, the Committee on House Administration held a hearing titled, “Clean Rolls, Secure Elections: Reviewing Voter List Maintenance Standards.” The hearing focused on…


Monday, July 21, 2025
Schmidt’s Tire Event in Freeburg

I want to thank everyone who stopped by the Freeburg Recreation Park to recycle their old tires! Recycling tires is primarily aimed at environmental protection and reduces landfill waste. Plus,…


Friday, July 18, 2025
Schmidt’s Spotlight: Events, News, and More!

The past couple of weeks, I have been busy in the district meeting with constituents, business owners, and working hard to make a positive difference. We have an uphill battle…


Thursday, July 17, 2025
Illinois’ Democrat Lawmakers Keep Shortchanging Local Communities

Illinois Democrats love to talk about local control—but their actions tell a very different story. In Springfield, they continue to pass down expensive mandates to cities, towns, and school districts,…