Dec 6, 2018 | Hernandez L
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – “Dreamers” will be ensured of eligibility to teach, practice law and receive other state professional licenses under legislation backed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, taking effect on Jan. 1, 2019.“It’s been over a year since...
Jun 14, 2018 | Hernandez L
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In light of Donald Trump’s latest attack on victims of abuse and human trafficking seeking refuge in the United States, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is calling on Gov. Bruce Rauner to sign legislation that would establish...
Jun 5, 2018 | Hernandez L
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, passed a series of reforms out of the House that will put in place strong state-level protections on issues ranging from visa certifications to employment and housing, building on the progress of the...
Jun 4, 2018 | Hernandez L
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, worked to provide local public schools millions in additional funding as a result of the monumental education funding reform passed last summer, protect immigrant communities from Donald Trump’s...
May 17, 2018 | Hernandez L
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is fighting to protect immigrant communities across Illinois by limiting state-funded entities like schools and libraries from assisting federal deportation officers without a court order. “Thanks to...
May 11, 2018 | Hernandez L
CHICAGO – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, will meet with local students to discuss the need for tougher gun laws and measures she has supported to effectively address gun violence on Monday, May 14 at 10:20 a.m. at the Farragut Career Academy, located...