Years in Office
12
Bills Sponsored
210
Bills Co-Sponsored
1967
Committees
1
Brad Schneider Biography
Brad Schneider, a former management consultant, brings a business-minded approach to public service. Elected as the U.S. Representative for Illinois’s 10th District in 2012, he prioritizes economic growth, environmental protection, and strengthening health care access. Schneider has led bipartisan efforts to support small businesses and co-authored legislation expanding resources for Great Lakes conservation. He serves his district by building pragmatic coalitions and focusing on results-driven policy solutions.
Education
- M.B.A., Kellogg School of Management, Evanston, IL(1988)
- B.A. in Industrial Engineering, Northwestern University, Evanston, IL(1983)
Professional History
U.S. Senator
(2013-Present)Representing Illinois in the Senate
Managing Principal, Davis Dann Adler Schneider, Llc
(1997–2003)Director of Family Business Center, Blackman Kallick, Llp
(2003–08)Owner, Cadence Consulting Group, Llc
Impact & Accomplishments
Notable contributions during Brad Schneider's congressional service.
Gun Violence Prevention
Co-introduced the Background Check Expansion Act to require background checks on all gun sales.
Support for Israel
Helped secure bipartisan support for U.S.-Israel security cooperation, including funding for the Iron Dome defense system.
Great Lakes Restoration
Advocated for and helped secure increased federal funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.
Small Business Relief
Co-sponsored legislation to expand access to Paycheck Protection Program loans for small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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