Hirschauer Passes Bill Requiring Five Days of Paid Time Off For Employees

Jan 24, 2023 | Hirschauer

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — Every employee of Illinois will be guaranteed at least five days of paid leave for personal every year use under legislation passed by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia “As a working parent, I understand the struggles that follow unexpected...

Kane County Legislators Respond to Kane County Sheriff’s Statement on the Assault Weapons Ban

Jan 17, 2023 | Hernandez B, Hirschauer, Moeller, Ness

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. — In response to recent statements by the Kane County Sheriff misrepresenting the Protect Illinois Communities Act, the state lawmakers representing Kane County issued a letter to county residents to clarify the law and ensure its enforcement in the...

Hirschauer Sends Assault Weapons Ban to Governor

Jan 10, 2023 | Hirschauer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — After months of negotiation and advocacy, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, helped pass the Protect Illinois Communities Act Tuesday. The bill now heads to Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s desk for signature. “Gun violence touches all corners of our...

Hirschauer-Backed Assault Weapons Ban Passes House

Jan 6, 2023 | Hirschauer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — A comprehensive proposal sponsored by state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, to prohibit the sale of assault weapons, among other gun safety regulations, was passed by the Illinois House of Representatives Thursday. “Losing a loved one to gun...

Hirschauer Defends Reproductive Health Rights

Jan 5, 2023 | Hirschauer

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. — Upon the passage of the Patient and Provider Protection Act by the Illinois House of Representatives, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, released the following statement: “Illinois is a state where everyone, regardless of gender identity or...

Hirschauer Fights for Assault Weapons Ban, Gun Safety

Dec 12, 2022 | Hirschauer

CHICAGO, Ill. — As a long-time advocate for gun safety reform, state Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, participated in a hearing of the proposed assault weapons ban by the Judiciary – Criminal committee. “Gun violence is a complex issue, and we cannot properly...