Rep. Lisa Hernandez
Deputy Majority Leader
(D-Cicero)
2nd District
Springfield Office:
109 Capitol Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-8173
District Office:
6117 West Cermak Road
Cicero, IL 60804
(708) 222-5240
Bills & Committees
Biography
Full-time state legislator; former Senior Policy Advisor to Lt. Governor Patrick Quinn; administrator in Cicero public schools for 17 years; community volunteer and current member of Children’s Center of Cicero and Berwyn, Cicero Youth Services, and Pilsen-Little Village Mental Health Agency; Labor Council for Latin American Development member; former UFCW member; AA in Liberal Arts, Morton College (2001), coursework in public administration, Governors State University; married (Charlie) and mother of two daughters and one son
El Presupuesto y las Decisiones Fiscales Respaldados por Hernandez Logran la Undécima Mejora de la Calificación Crediticia del Estado
CICERO, Ill. – Illinois obtuvo recientemente una mejora en su calificación crediticia a A1, la clasificación más alta otorgada al estado por Moody’s Investors Service en quince años, gracias al trabajo de la rep. Estatal Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, quien apoyó el presupuesto de este año que continúa fortaleciendo el progreso fiscal, la transparencia y la responsabilidad en todo el estado de Illinois.
Hernandez-backed Budget, Fiscal Decisionmaking Earns State’s 11th Credit Rating Upgrade
CICERO, Ill. – Illinois recently achieved an A1 credit rating upgrade, the highest Moody’s Investors Service rating given to the state in fifteen years, thanks to work by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, who supported this year’s budget which continues to strengthen fiscal progress, transparency and responsibility throughout the state of Illinois.
Hernandez Announces Library and Literacy Grant Dedicated to Morton College
CICERO, Ill. – As a result of the state budget championed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, Morton College has received an Adult Volunteer Literacy grant to better provide instruction for adults reading below a ninth-grade level or those without English language proficiency.
Hernandez-backed School Supplies Tax Holiday Begins August 7
As the new school year is about to begin, state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, is letting her community know about an opportunity for families to save on their school supplies and clothing needs, with a new Back-to-School State Sales Tax Holiday made possible through the most recent state budget.
Hernandez Measure Expanding College Tuition Assistance for DREAMers Signed into Law
CICERO, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, celebrated the signing into law of her measure to streamline the ability of those who send money overseas to opt to donate to the Illinois DREAM Fund, a program to help immigrant students who want to attend Illinois universities.
Hernandez Measure Cutting Costs for Cosmetology Certifications Signed into Law
State Rep. Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez, D-Cicero, lauded the final approval by the governor of a measure to create an apprenticeship program for those pursuing careers in cosmetology, barbery and other esthetics fields.
Hernandez-backed Measure Ensuring Price Clarity at Grocery Stores Signed by Governor
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan backed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, requiring all grocery chains in Illinois that offer e-coupons to provide, and honor, a physical coupon alternative was signed into law by the governor Friday.
Hernandez-backed State Budget Signed into Law
CHICAGO — The latest balanced state budget was signed into law early today, thanks to the work of state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, who prioritized relief for Illinoisans and investment in critical resources the Trump Administration is trying to slash.
Hernandez Concludes Spring Session Fighting for Safer, More Affordable Communities
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, concluded a productive legislative session on Monday, passing a state budget that funds critical services and addresses rising costs.
Hernandez-backed Measure Expanding Barber and Cosmetology Licensure Opportunities Passes Senate Vote
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A plan in Springfield backed by state Rep. Elizabeth “Lisa” Hernandez, D-Cicero, would establish a debt-free pathway for people seeking careers in cosmetology and barbering, better enabling them to gain hands-on experience and earn their license.