State Rep. Melissa Schmidt appointed by Gov. Kehoe

Gov. Mike Kehoe announced a slate of 18 members appointed to the newly formed Missouri Child Welfare Task Force. 
Established by Executive Order 26-17, the Missouri Child Welfare Task Force is charged with establishing a common framework grounded in objective assessments of safety threats, child vulnerability, and parental or caretaker protective capacity. The Task Force brings together representatives from the Department of Social Services  Children’s Division, courts and juvenile offices, law enforcement, the General Assembly, private providers, attorneys, advocates, and child welfare experts—each with a critical role in protecting children. 
“Every child in Missouri deserves the opportunity to grow up safe, supported, and surrounded by people who are committed to their success,” Gov. Kehoe said.
“This task force brings together the right voices to take an honest look at the challenges facing our child welfare system and, with those in mind, develop meaningful solutions. Our goal is simple: better protect Missouri children, strengthen families, and give those on the front lines the tools they need to do their jobs well.”
The Missouri Child Welfare Task Force includes the following members, as outlined in Executive Order 26‑17.
Among the list of those representing the Missouri state legislature is local State Rep. Melissa Schimdt. She currently serves as state representative for District 141.
For more information about the task force, its members, and future meetings, visit Missouri Child Welfare Task Force |