Hernandez Backs Measure to Raise Minimum Salaries for Teachers

AURORA, Ill. – As an effort to address the teacher shortage occurring throughout Illinois, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently supported legislation that will raise the required minimum salary for incoming teachers to $40,000.“Teaching is one of the most...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Convenes Citizen Advisory Committees

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, recently met community members participating in her newly formed citizen advisory committees to discuss major issues facing the state, including our developing education system, the labor rights agenda and...

Hernandez to Host a Meet and Greet for Residents

AURORA, Ill. – In an effort to continue meeting with residents from her district, state Representative Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, will be hosting a meet and greet on Wednesday, July 17 at 6:30 pm at Taquería Aurora, located at 645 N. Elmwood in Aurora.“It is my...

Rep. Barbara Hernandez Co-Hosts Immigration Workshop

AURORA, Ill. – In response to recent reports of possible deportation raids, state Rep. Barbara Hernandez, D-Aurora, and U.S. Rep. Bill Foster, D-Naperville, hosted an immigration workshop and discussion panel to help local residents understand their rights. “As the...