Derek Schmidt
U.S. Representative · KS-2 · Republican
Statements and posts
90 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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Secured Senate passage of bill strengthening law enforcement background checks.
“For too long, state POST agencies have had to rely on individual law enforcement agencies to conduct the criminal history records checks needed when certifying officers”
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Reps. Derek Schmidt, Sharice Davids Take Kansas-Grown Children's Savings Initiative Nationwide
Introduced bipartisan bill to help families learn about tax-favored savings accounts for children.
“Every child deserves the opportunity to build a strong financial foundation, and parents should have clear information about the tools available to help them do that”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Joins Effort to Crack Down on EBT Fraud
Cosponsored the SKIM Act to crack down on EBT card fraud and identity theft.
“Americans who receive government benefits shouldn’t have to worry about criminals stealing the help they rely on, and taxpayers need to know their hard-earned tax dollars are not being stolen from government programs”
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Congressman Derek Schmidt Announces Service Academy Nomination Applications Now Open
Announced service academy nomination applications now open for Kansas Second District students.
“One of the greatest honors I have as a member of Congress is nominating outstanding young men and women from the Second District to our nation's service academies”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Joins Bipartisan Effort to Expand ABLE Savings for Americans with Disabilities
Joined bipartisan effort to expand federal matching contributions for ABLE savings accounts.
“ABLE accounts have provided many individuals with disabilities and their families an important tool to save for the future, but too many people still struggle to set aside money because of financial pressures”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to create World War II education program honoring Greatest Generation.
“As the number of living World War II veterans continues to decline, our responsibility to preserve their stories and pass their lessons to future generations becomes even more important”
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Reps. Derek Schmidt, Brad Finstad Bill Would Permanently Strengthen Federal Fraud Enforcement
Co-sponsored bill to permanently establish National Fraud Enforcement Division.
“Fraud against the federal government and American taxpayers costs billions of dollars each year”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Congratulates Congressional Art Competition Winner Leo Norman
Congratulated high school art competition winner Leo Norman from Kansas's Second District.
“It was a pleasure to meet Leo and congratulate him on this outstanding achievement”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt-Led Bill to Strengthen Small Business Competition Passes House
Passed bipartisan bill requiring federal agencies to report on antitrust enforcement and small business competition.
“Many small businesses find themselves competing against national or global corporations that have far more resources, influence, and market power”
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Introduced bipartisan bill to prevent closure or relocation of USDA field offices.
“Farmers, ranchers, and rural communities depend on local USDA offices to access the programs and services they need”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt's Main Street Competes Act Passes Out of Small Business Committee
Main Street Competes Act passed House Small Business Committee unanimously.
“Small businesses are the backbone of Kansas communities and our economy, and they deserve a fair opportunity to compete and grow”
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Congressman Derek Schmidt Bill To Strengthen Police Background Checks Passes House
Bipartisan bill strengthening police background checks passed the House.
“It's just common sense that agencies tasked with enforcing laws that prohibit people with certain criminal histories from serving as law enforcement officers must have access to criminal history record information as part of the vetting process”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Applauds House Passage of Farm Bill
Praised House passage of Farm Bill supporting farmers, ranchers, and rural communities.
“The Farm Bill will deliver meaningful support for Kansas farmers and ranchers”
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Congressman Derek Schmidt Asks USDA to Address Staffing Shortages at Local Offices
Sent letter to USDA requesting action on staffing shortages at local offices.
“To deliver on the promises made to American agriculture, USDA must ensure local offices are staffed and equipped”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Introduces Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Police Background Checks
Introduced bipartisan bill to strengthen police background checks through criminal history access.
“Public trust in law enforcement begins with accountability and high standards”
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Introduced bill to designate Quindaro Townsite in Kansas City as a National Historic Landmark.
“Quindaro holds an important place in the history of our region and nation”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt statement on military operations in Iran
Released statement on military operations in Iran after consulting leadership and receiving briefings.
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Introduced bill to strengthen state and federal cooperation on deporting criminal aliens.
“This bill focuses on what most Kansans agree should be the top priority for immigration enforcement – swift deportation of illegal aliens who also commit crimes while present in the United States”
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Praised new U.S.-India trade framework for including Kansas agricultural export provisions.
“The Indian market potential is enormous and is vital to Kansas agriculture exporters as the dynamics with China continue to evolve”
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Schmidt Votes to Reopen Federal Government
Voted for legislation funding multiple federal departments to reopen government.
“I ran for Congress to help get Washington, D.C., working again as it is supposed to, and part of that means enacting the annual spending bills rather than enormous omnibus spending measures”
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Schmidt-backed Human Trafficking Bill Signed into Law
Applauded signing of Trafficking Survivors Relief Act into law.
“This bill ensures meaningful relief for survivors who were forced into committing crimes by their traffickers”
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Schmidt Announces Funds for 2nd District Communities
Secured $14 million for Kansas communities for water, research, healthcare and public safety.
“My goal in the congressional appropriations process is to reduce overall federal spending as much as possible because of the urgent need to slow the explosive growth of the federal government”
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House passes Schmidt-backed Crime Victim-Support Bill
House passed Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act redirecting False Claims Act funds through 2029.
“When I served as Kansas attorney general, I oversaw critical support services for victims and their families”
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Rep. Derek Schmidt Welcomes the Kansas City Chiefs to Kansas
Praised the Kansas City Chiefs' move to Kansas.
“Keeping the Chiefs in Kansas City is a victory for our region that will reward generations to come. Welcome to Kansas! Go Chiefs!”
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Congress Passes Schmidt-backed Public Safety Bills
Announced three cosponsored public safety bills passed Congress on child protection and officer benefits.
“I’ve joined in cosponsoring these three public safety bills to better protect children and to support law enforcement officers and firefighters, and I appreciate Congress approving all three and sending them to President Trump to be signed into law.”
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