Illinois District 114 State Representative Kevin Schmidt
Recent News About Illinois District 114 State Representative Kevin Schmidt
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Kevin Schmidt hosts utility bill clinic in Cahokia Heights
State Representative Kevin Schmidt, in partnership with the Citizens Utility Board, hosted a free Utility Bill Clinic last week in Cahokia Heights at the Cahokia Library. The event aimed to assist residents in managing their utility expenses by offering guidance from an expert from the Citizens Utility Board.
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Kevin Schmidt to host free document shredding event in Lebanon
State Representative Kevin Schmidt will host a free shred event on Saturday, June 22, offering a confidential shredding service for personal documents. The event will take place at McKendree University/Lot C, located at 701 College Road in Lebanon from 9-11 a.m.
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Rep. Schmidt backs new legislation supporting Illinois seniors
State Representative Kevin Schmidt (R-Cahokia Heights) is supporting legislation aimed at providing support to senior citizens in Illinois. These bills are designed to address the financial challenges that many seniors face, particularly concerning property taxes and healthcare.
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Rep. Schmidt serves lunches to kids with TWIGS in Dupo
State Representative Kevin Schmidt participated in a community service event with TWIGS at Sugar Loaf Park in Dupo yesterday, distributing lunches to local children.
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Illinois extends low-income energy assistance fund
Legislation co-sponsored by State Representative Kevin Schmidt passed both chambers unanimously and now heads to the Governor’s desk. The bill, HB 4471, amends the Energy Assistance Act and removes the sunset on the Supplemental Low-Income Energy Assistance Fund, which was previously set for January 1, 2025.
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Rep. Schmidt holds successful shred event in Freeburg
State Representative Kevin Schmidt held a free shred event in Freeburg this past Saturday. Following the event, he issued a statement: "Thank you to everyone who attended my free shred event in Freeburg! It was a wonderful opportunity to meet more of my constituents and learn about your needs and concerns. It’s important that we all keep our confidential information safe, and I was grateful to be able to provide this free opportunity to Freeburg."
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Schmidt outlines legislative priorities amid rising costs concerns
Thank you for staying informed and reading Schmidt’s Spotlight. I’m grateful for the opportunity to connect and keep you updated on all the latest, both in Springfield and back here in-district. Now that the 2024 Spring Legislative Session is over, my summer events will really be ramping up. Events for the rest of June are listed below. I’ll also update you on how I’ve been representing you in Springfield with details on important legislation I am supporting.
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Rep. Schmidt to host mobile office hours in Lebanon tomorrow
State Representative Kevin Schmidt will be hosting mobile office hours in Lebanon tomorrow, Wednesday, June 5. Rep. Schmidt and his staff will be available to assist with issues related to State of Illinois agencies.
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Freeburg hosts free shred event for secure document disposal
State Representative Kevin Schmidt will host a free Shred Event this Saturday, June 8, offering a confidential shredding service for personal documents. The event will take place at Freeburg Park, located at 300 E. Hill St. in Freeburg from 9-11 am.
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Blood drive hosted by Rep. Schmidt seeks urgent donor participation
State Representative Kevin Schmidt is hosting a blood drive in collaboration with ImpactLife. The event is scheduled for June 4th from 2 to 6 p.m. at the O’Fallon Township Lot, located at 801 E. State St. in O’Fallon.
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Rep. Schmidt criticizes legislative pay raises amid record state budget increase
In the early hours of May 30, 2024, the Illinois state legislature passed a budget totaling over $53 billion, marking a 32% increase in spending over the past five years. The budget includes nearly $1 billion in tax increases and an additional $1 billion allocated for services to non-citizens.
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Rep. Schmidt opposes FY25 state budget due to resource allocation concerns
State Representative Kevin Schmidt has issued a statement in response to the passing of the FY25 state budget, highlighting serious concerns over its allocation of resources and the implications for Illinois citizens.
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Rep. Schmidt to hold mobile office hours in Lebanon on June 5
State Representative Kevin Schmidt will host mobile office hours in Lebanon on Wednesday, June 5. Rep. Schmidt and his staff will be available to assist with issues related to State of Illinois agencies. The mobile office hours are open to the public, and while appointments are encouraged, they are not required. Scheduled meetings will occur in the order received.
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Free utility bill clinic scheduled in Mascoutah on June 3
State Representative Kevin Schmidt, in partnership with the Citizens Utility Board, will host a free Utility Bill Clinic on Monday, June 3rd, from 12:00 pm to 2:00 pm at the Mascoutah Library, located at 3 W. Church St. in Mascoutah.
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Rep. Schmidt to host community blood drive on June 4
State Representative Kevin Schmidt is set to host a blood drive in collaboration with ImpactLife. The event will occur on Tuesday, June 4th, from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the O’Fallon Township Lot, located at 801 E. State St. in O’Fallon.
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Spring Legislative Session: Education Reform and Immigration Policies Under Spotlight
As the final week of the Spring Legislative Session commences, numerous bills are awaiting approval and a new state budget is yet to be passed. Among these pending legislative actions, several are focused on education reform in Illinois. These reforms aim to enhance opportunities for students across the state, improve education outcomes, and ensure access to quality learning experiences.