About Me
A lifelong resident of Clermont County, Jean Schmidt is the first woman ever elected to represent Southern Ohio in Congress. Throughout her career, Congresswoman Schmidt has held various public offices and continues to be actively involved in civic and community groups. She served for two terms in the Ohio House of Representatives. Prior to that, she served 10 years as a Miami Township Trustee. Congresswoman Schmidt holds a degree in Political Science from the University of Cincinnati and her interests include auto racing and long distance running. She has competed in more than 60 marathons and continues to compete across the country. She resides in Miami Township with her husband Peter. They have one grown daughter, Emilie.