Aug 10, 2021 | Hernandez B
AURORA, Ill. – A bill sponsored by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, to include mental health days in students’ excused absences was recently signed into law. “It’s critical that schools are offering support to students who struggle with their mental...
Aug 4, 2021 | Hernandez B
AURORA, Ill. – Illinois will have stronger gun safety protections under a new law supported by state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, that was signed Monday to streamline and modernize Firearm Owners Identification (FOID) cards and concealed carry licenses. “Too many...
Oct 24, 2019 | Hernandez B
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez is encouraging residents of her district to take part in National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, this Saturday, Oct. 26, by dropping off old or expired prescription drugs to local collection locations. “Prescription drugs...
Oct 22, 2019 | Hernandez B
AURORA, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is hosting a veterans’ issues panel alongside state Rep. Stephanie Kifowit, D-Aurora, on Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at Gillerson’s Grubbery, located at 33 W. New York St. in Aurora. “I am extremely...
Oct 18, 2019 | Hernandez B
AURORA, Ill. – In recognition of Infant Safe Sleep Awareness Month, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, is highlighting an initiative started across various state agencies to educate the public on important sleeping guidelines for infants. “During Infant Safe...