The Chicago Tribune called Schneider "a strong and absolutely unwavering voice for streamlining county government" and "an extraordinary member of a Board that could use many more like him.

"[2] According to his constituency site, during his first term as commissioner, Schneider lead the fight to repeal President Todd Stroger's sales tax increase.

[5] Schneider authored legislation that reduced campaign contribution limits for companies doing business with Cook County in half.

[6] The resolution was prevented from coming to a vote by political maneuvering at the April 1, 2015 Cook County Board meeting.

[citation needed] The Forest Preserves encompass approximately 68,000 acres (275 km²) of open space throughout the county.

In 2009, the Cook County Forest Preserve District purchased land owned by Schneider's family for over $10 million.

[8] In 2013, Schneider expressed interest in running for Chairman of the Republican Party of Illinois, but pulled out before the vote.