Representative Brad Schneider, Democratic from Illinois

Brad Schneider

Representative · Illinois · Democrat

Brad Schneider

House Floor

Recent comments in the House

Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and remember a remarkable community leader and a dear personal friend, Mary Ross Cunningham. Born in rural Alabama on November 19, 1945, one of 22 children, Mary was a force of nature, larger than life, with the biggest of hearts, and the most indomitable of spirits. For more than two decades, in her hometown of Waukegan, Illinois, and across Lake County, she served her community with dignity and grace, fiercely advocating for those whom she represented.
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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. Representative

    2013–Present

    Represented Illinois's 10th congressional district for 6 terms.

  • Managing Principal, Davis Dann Adler Schneider, Llc

    1997–2003

  • Director of Family Business Center, Blackman Kallick, Llp

    2003–08

  • Owner, Cadence Consulting Group, Llc

Policy Focus
Health18%
Taxation17%
International Affairs13%
Crime and Law Enforcement10%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Brad Schneider's record in Congress.

  • 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.

Committee Assignments
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  • House Committee on Ways and Means
  • House Committee on Foreign Affairs

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