Charlie Schmit, Grandson of LGN Founding Partner, Speaks at Bill Signing Ceremony

On May 5, 2023, Charlie Schmit, grandson of LGN founding partner Bob Schmit, attended and spoke at the signing ceremony for a bill that expands the freedom to vote in Minnesota. The bill includes preregistration for 16- and 17-year-olds and a permanent absentee ballot option, as well as automatic voter registration as a result of applications for new or renewed driver’s licenses or state identification cards, initial or renewal applications for MinnesotaCare or Medical Assistance, and applications for benefits or services to another participating agency. Automatic voter registration will result in about 450,000 added or updated voter registrations each year. 

Charlie is a junior at Washburn High School and a Minnesota Youth Council member. He testified several times in favor of the bill.