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Derek Schmidt

Derek Schmidt

RRepublicanKS-2 · Representative
56
/ 100
Average
Attendance99
Avg: 96
Independence4
Avg: 4
Bipartisan Tone29
Avg: 16
Ethics Record100
Avg: 99
Transparency30
Avg: 57

Accountability Score — composite of attendance, independence, bipartisan tone, ethics record & transparency.

Methodology
OverviewStatementsBillsFinanceVotesElections
17
Total Statements
7
Floor Speeches
10
Press Releases
15
Topics Covered

What They Talk About

Environment: 9Trade: 6Taxes: 5Crime & Justice: 4Defense: 4Agriculture: 3Immigration: 2Economy: 2Education: 2Social Security: 2Foreign Policy: 2Infrastructure: 2Veterans: 1Ethics: 1China: 1

Speech Tone

Neutral: 10Bipartisan: 5Ceremonial: 2

Statements (17)

Floor Speech2026-05-13CeremonialTaxesEnvironmentTrade
NATIONAL POLICE WEEK

NATIONAL POLICE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 81 (Wednesday, May 13, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3446-H3447] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] {time} 2000…

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Floor Speech2026-05-12BipartisanEnvironmentTradeCrime & JusticeHR8352
CRIMINAL HISTORY ACCESS ACT OF 2026

CRIMINAL HISTORY ACCESS ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3370-H3372] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ]…

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Floor Speech2026-04-30BipartisanEnvironmentTradeEducationHR7567
BILL (H.R. 7567) TO PROVIDE FOR THE REFORM AND CONTINUATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND OTHER PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE THROUGH FISCAL YEAR…

BILL (H.R. 7567) TO PROVIDE FOR THE REFORM AND CONTINUATION OF AGRICULTURAL AND OTHER PROGRAMS OF THE DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE THROUGH FISCAL YEAR 2031, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76…

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Floor Speech2026-04-30BipartisanEnvironmentForeign PolicyDefenseHR7567HRES1224
FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT OF 2026

FARM, FOOD, AND NATIONAL SECURITY ACT OF 2026 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 76 (Thursday, April 30, 2026)] [House] [Pages H3299-H3311] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Floor Speech2026-01-15CeremonialForeign PolicyEducation
CONGRATULATING 2006 IOLA FILLIES ON DON BAIN HALL OF FAME INDUCTION

CONGRATULATING 2006 IOLA FILLIES ON DON BAIN HALL OF FAME INDUCTION Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 11 (Thursday, January 15, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 11 (Thursday, January 15, 2026)] [House] [Page H910] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government…

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Floor Speech2026-01-12BipartisanEconomyEnvironmentDefenseHR909
CRIME VICTIMS FUND STABILIZATION ACT OF 2025

CRIME VICTIMS FUND STABILIZATION ACT OF 2025 Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 8 (Monday, January 12, 2026)] [House] [Pages H623-H626] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2025-11-13
Get Help with a Federal Agency

Get Help with a Federal Agency Get Help with a Federal Agency Image or Video Image Clint.Blaes@ma… Thu, 11/13/2025 - 16:58 Summary Residents of the 2nd Congressional District of Kansas can contact us for assistance in dealing with Federal agencies. Link /services/help-federal-agency

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Press Release2025-10-21
Federal Government Shutdown Resources

Federal Government Shutdown Resources Federal Government Shutdown Resources Image or Video Image Clint.Blaes@ma… Tue, 10/21/2025 - 15:25 Summary Due to the ongoing government shutdown, some federal services may be unavailable or delayed. However, my office remains open and ready to assist with…

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Press Release2025-08-21Immigration
Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending

Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending Image or Video Image reilly.richard… Thu, 08/21/2025 - 14:25 Summary Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) issued the following…

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Press Release2025-07-03ImmigrationHealthcareTaxes
Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending

Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending Schmidt Votes to Cancel Massive Tax Hike, Secure Border, and Lower Federal Spending reilly.richard… Thu, 07/03/2025 - 14:45 WASHINGTON, DC: Congressman Derek Schmidt (KS-02) issued the following statement regarding…

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Floor Speech2025-03-11BipartisanGun PolicyEconomyTaxesHR1156HRES211
PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT FRAUD ENFORCEMENT ACT

PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT FRAUD ENFORCEMENT ACT Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 45 (Tuesday, March 11, 2025)] [House] [Pages H1093-H1099] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office […

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Press Release2025-01-03TaxesTrade
Tours and Tickets

Tours and Tickets Tours and Tickets Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 All tickets are provided to constituents on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the large number of visitors, please request them as early as possible in order to maximize your chances. Obtaining a White House tour can be…

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Press Release2025-01-03EnvironmentDefense
Military Academy Nominations

Military Academy Nominations Military Academy Nominations Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 One of my greatest honors of serving in Congress is the opportunity to nominate outstanding young men and women of the Second District of Kansas to the United States Service Academies. The honor of…

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Press Release2025-01-03
Internships

Internships Internships Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 Please complete and submit the form below to apply for an internship in one of our offices. Ensure that you have your cover letter and resume ready to upload at the end of this form. Submitting these documents is required. Applications for…

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Press Release2025-01-03TaxesEnvironmentSocial Security
Help with a Federal Agency

Help with a Federal Agency Help with a Federal Agency Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 If you can't get an answer from a federal agency in a timely fashion, or if you feel you have been treated unfairly, our office may be able to help resolve a problem or get you the information you need. While…

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Press Release2025-01-03
Grant Applicants

Grant Applicants Grant Applicants Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 The following resources are for people seeking information or assistance applying for Federal Grants. Please contact our office for additional information or assistance. USA.gov Benefits, Grants and Loans pages The following is…

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Press Release2025-01-03Environment
Flags

Flags Flags Image admin Fri, 01/03/2025 - 18:02 Flag Order Form If you would like to order a U.S. flag from our office, please use the flag order form to calculate the price and shipping costs. Flags are available in different sizes and fabrics. All flag purchases include a dedication message,…

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