Senator Eric Schmitt, Republican from Missouri

Eric Schmitt

Senator · Missouri · Republican

Eric Schmitt

Biography
Eric Schmitt, a former small business attorney and state treasurer, was elected as U.S. Senator for Missouri in 2022. He focuses on strengthening public safety, reducing government overreach, and supporting economic growth. Senator Schmitt has played a leading role on the Senate Judiciary Committee and introduced legislation to address fentanyl trafficking and protect parental rights in education. Through a pragmatic and direct approach, he works to advance policies that reflect the priorities of Missouri families and businesses.
Education
  • J.D., Saint Louis University School of Law, Saint Louis, MO
    2000
  • B.A. in Political Science, Truman State University, Kirksville, MO
    1997
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2023-Present

    Representing Missouri in the Senate

  • Attorney General of Missouri

    2019–23

  • State Treasurer of Missouri

    2017–19

  • Member, Missouri Senate

    2009–17

  • Alderman, Glendale, Mo

    2005–08

  • Lawyer

Policy Focus
Health12%
Government Operations and Politics8%
Science, Technology, Communications7%
Taxation5%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Eric Schmitt's record in Congress.

  • COVID-19 Lawsuit Leadership

    Led Missouri's legal challenge against federal COVID-19 vaccine mandates as Attorney General.

  • Religious Freedom Protection

    Filed and won lawsuits defending religious institutions' rights to remain open during pandemic restrictions.

  • Human Trafficking Prevention

    Launched and expanded Missouri's SAFE Kit Initiative to address and process untested rape kits.

  • Tax Relief Legislation

    Sponsored and helped pass Missouri's largest income tax cut while serving as State Treasurer.

Committee Assignments
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  • Joint Economic CommitteeVice Chairman
  • Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
  • Senate Committee on the Judiciary
  • Senate Committee on Armed Services

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