Rep. Barbara Hernandez
83rd District
Springfield Office:
266-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 558-1002
District Office:
540 W. Galena Blvd.
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 270-1848
Member, Aurora Township Youth Council; member, Aurora Hispanic Heritage Advisory Board; member, Kane County Board; founder, Aurora Youth Summit; former Chief of Staff for state Rep. Linda Chapa LaVia; B.S., Aurora University.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Fights for Health Literacy, Expanded Health Education Curriculums
AURORA, Ill. – Kids throughout Illinois will be receiving a more comprehensive and up-to-date health education following the efforts of state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, who has been fighting for better health education since taking office.
Hernandez Highlights Importance of Early Detection During Breast Cancer Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. – During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting her legislative efforts to expand access to lifesaving cancer screenings and promoting free screenings through the Illinois Department of Public Health.
Hernandez Invites Local Residents to Free Community Resource Fair
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez is helping connect residents with local resources and critical services by hosting a free community resource fair on Saturday, Oct. 23 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Prisco Community Center, located at 150 W. Illinois Ave. in Aurora.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez to Speak at Panel Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month
AURORA, Ill. – To help celebrate the diverse contributions the Hispanic community makes to Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is speaking at a Hispanic Heritage Month virtual panel held by the Gateway foundation on Monday, October 11, at 12 p.m.
Hernandez Appointed to Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition for her efforts to curb violence in our community, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, was recently appointed by Speaker of the House Emanuel “Chris” Welch to a bipartisan Public Safety and Violence Prevention Task Force.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Pushes for Substance Abuse Coverage, Recovery Awareness
AURORA, Ill. – Thousands of Illinoisans recovering from substance abuse disorders will receive critical assistance because of recent work by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora.
Hernandez to Host Town Hall Meeting on Women’s Reproductive Rights
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Hernandez, is joining ACLU Illinois for a Town Hall Meeting to discuss women’s reproductive health care legislation on Wednesday, Sept. 29 at 5 p.m. at 1 E. Benton St. in Aurora.
Rep. Barbara Hernandez Backs Mental Health Legislation, Recognizes Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
AURORA, Ill. – Across the state, countless Illinoisans are dealing with mental health challenges, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only intensified this problem. In recognition of their needs, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, has been working hard to improve mental health care and strengthen suicide prevention measures in our schools.
Hernandez to Collect Diapers for National Diaper Needs Awareness Week
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Hernandez, is hosting a diaper drive from Monday, Sept. 27 through Oct. 3 to benefit local families in need.
Hernandez to Host Free Shred Day Event in Aurora
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is partnering with the Aurora Public Library District and KCT Credit Union for a free community shred day on Saturday, Sep. 18 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Santori Library, located at 101 S. River St. in Aurora.