Jan 14, 2020 | Hernandez_B
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is combatting the use of isolation rooms in Illinois schools, addressing high-profile reports of traumatic disciplinary practices in public schools with new legislation focused on safer forms of correcting...
Jan 14, 2020 | Hernandez_B
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A new law backed by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is governing the growth and use of artificial intelligence in job interviews by requiring prior warning for applicants before their personal data is compiled by an A.I.-powered program....
Jan 2, 2020 | Hernandez_B
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is inviting local residents to help shape her 2020 legislative agenda by sharing ideas for new laws. “It is my main priority as a state representative to make sure that members of our community feel encouraged to...
Jan 2, 2020 | Hernandez_B
AURORA, Ill. – As a part of her ongoing effort to remain accessible and hear feedback from constituents, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, has been walking door-to-door to meet local residents and hear their concerns. “Talking with residents at their doorsteps...
Dec 11, 2019 | Hernandez_B
AURORA, Ill. – As the deadline to enroll in health insurance plans through the Affordable Care Act quickly approaches, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is reminding residents to apply by Sunday, Dec. 15. “It is crucial that every person in Illinois receives...
Dec 10, 2019 | Hernandez_B
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, held a town hall meeting last week at Waubonsee Community College to provide local residents with an update on recently passed legislation. “We were able to pass some very important legislation during the fall...