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Bost addresses postal facility audit revealing delivery delays impacting Southern Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Aug 14, 2025

U.S. Representative Mike Bost (IL-12) responded to the findings of an audit conducted by the U.S. Postal Service Office of the Inspector General on the St. Louis and Hazelton, Missouri, processing and distribution facilities that serve Southern...

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FOIA request sent to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding job applications on August 14, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Aug 14, 2025

FOIA Request to Jersey County Sheriff Department regarding the number of job applications and tracking on August 14, 2025.

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Rep. Mike Bost launches Southern Illinois tour promoting “One Big, Beautiful Bill

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost began a tour through Southern Illinois to highlight “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” signed into law by President Trump on Independence Day in July.

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Mike Bost highlights “One Big, Beautiful Bill” during Southern Illinois tour

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

Rep. Mike Bost began a regional tour promoting the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” newly signed by President Trump and aimed at supporting local communities in Southern Illinois.

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Schmidt visits libraries, local leaders during busy week in 114th District

By Metro East Sun | Aug 13, 2025

This week, Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) visited several locations in the 114th District.

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Amy Elik joins regional leaders for economic development summit in Metro East

By Metro East Sun | Aug 12, 2025

State Representative Amy Elik participated in the Southwest Illinois Economic Development Leadership Summit, which took place at a World Wide Technology warehouse in the Metro East area.

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Rep. Kevin Schmidt schedules Coffee Talk event for New Athens on August 12

By Metro East Sun | Aug 11, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) will host a Coffee Talk event in New Athens alongside State Representative David Friees (R-Red Bud).

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Schmidt visits Kuna Foodservice in Dupo to learn about local business expansion

By Metro East Sun | Aug 8, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) recently visited Kuna Foodservice in Dupo to learn more about the company's operations and its recent growth.

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Gov. Pritzker signs Rep. Kevin Schmidt’s HB57 into law; local updates shared

By Metro East Sun | Aug 8, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) released a statement following the signing of House Bill 57 by Governor J.B. Pritzker.

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Sen. Plummer: Families fleeing Illinois due to 'high taxes, busted budgets, corruption and unaccountable government'

By Metro East Sun | Aug 6, 2025

Jason Plummer, State Senator of Illinois, has expressed concerns about the state's declining population and revenue, attributing these issues to high taxes and policy failures.

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Schmidt shares results from 2025 legislative survey of Illinois’ 114th District

By Metro East Sun | Aug 6, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia) has reported results from his 2025 Legislative Survey, which gathered feedback from constituents in the 114th District.

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FOIA request sent to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025

By Metro East Sun | Aug 6, 2025

FOIA Request to Southern Illinois University Edwardsville regarding recent course syllabi on August 6, 2025.

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Rep. Schmidt invites employers to participate in East St. Louis jobs fair

By Metro East Sun | Aug 5, 2025

Illinois State Representative Kevin Schmidt is inviting employers to participate in a free jobs fair aimed at connecting businesses with potential employees.

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Schmidt responds as governor signs his visitation rights bill into law

By Metro East Sun | Aug 4, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has commented on the recent signing of his legislation, House Bill 57, by Governor J.B. Pritzker.

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Millstadt IGA recognized by Rep. Kevin Schmidt as July business of the month

By Metro East Sun | Aug 4, 2025

State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Millstadt) has named Millstadt’s IGA as his “Business of the Month” for July, following nominations from across the 114th District.

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Pritzker signs 124 bills; Rep. Kevin Schmidt’s measures on visitation rights and IDs become law

By Metro East Sun | Aug 3, 2025

Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker signed 124 bills into law on Friday, with new measures affecting areas such as community-integrated living arrangements, Chicago police and fire pensions, and mental health therapy.

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House Republicans respond to VA ending abortion services under new Trump administration policy

By Metro East Sun | Aug 1, 2025

House Republicans have responded to the Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) recent decision to end abortion services.

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Senator Erica Harriss' legislative initiatives become law following spring session

By Metro East Sun | Aug 1, 2025

Several bills sponsored by State Senator Erica Harriss (56th-Glen Carbon) have been signed into law after the 2025 Spring Legislative Session.

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Schmidt highlights new energy aid program amid rising costs in Illinois

By Metro East Sun | Aug 1, 2025

Energy costs in Illinois have increased, leading to more financial strain for families and businesses.

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Prescription Drug Affordability Act signed into law aims at lowering costs for Illinois families

By Metro East Sun | Jul 31, 2025

Families in Illinois have faced increasing challenges affording prescription medications, with many forced to make difficult choices between buying food and filling necessary prescriptions.