There is only a single, consolidated Dial-a-Ride program in Kane County

The Ride in Kane program, the local Dial-a-Ride service that provides curb-to-curb transportation to seniors and people with disabilities living in Kane County, has transitioned to a new, countywide coordinated ride model.

This change makes it easier for riders to register, schedule trips, and access public transportation for all eligible residents across Kane County.

See the Ride in Kane webpage, Dial-a-Ride Services: Kane County webpage or call the Ride in Kane information line at 630-762-2600 for further information or to request service.

Solo habra un servicio de Transporte a domicilio de Kane County, un cambio local a nivel de Condado.

El programa Ride in Kane, el servicio local de transporte a domicilio que ofrece transporte de puerta a puerta a personas mayores y personas con discapacidad que viven en el condado de Kane, ha adoptado un nuevo modelo de transporte coordinado a nivel de condado.

Este cambio facilita el registro, la programación de viajes y el acceso al transporte público para todos los residentes elegibles del condado de Kane.

Consulte la página web de Ride in Kane, Servicios de Transporte a Domicilio: Condado de Kane, o llame a la línea de información de Ride in Kane al 630-762-2600 para obtener más información o solicitar el servicio.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Rep. Maura Hirschauer Reflects after Minnesota ICE Shooting; Emphasizes Duty to Stand Up, Speak Out, and Shine a Light on Truth

WEST CHICAGO — State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, issued the following statement in response to the killing of Renee Nicole Good by a federal immigration agent during a reckless immigration enforcement action.

Do not look away. Yesterday, January 7, 2026, federal immigration agents shot and killed Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota leaving her six year old child orphaned and a community in anguish. On September 12, 2025 federal immigration agents shot and killed Silverio Villegas González in Franklin Park, Illinois leaving his two young children orphaned and our community in anguish. We mourn the loss of Renee, Silverio, and every life taken or forever changed by the actions of our reckless federal government. The ripple effects of these tragic events eerily echo throughout cities across the United States where the presence of federal immigration agents threaten community safety. 

No one is safe when inadequately trained federal agents, armed to the hilt with hand guns, assault style weapons and tear gas, speed through city streets sowing chaos at every turn.

Today my thoughts are with the family of Renee Nicole Good and the people of Minnesota. May her memory be a blessing and a spark that ignites meaningful, peaceful change. We must not look away – we all have a responsibility to stand up, speak out, and shine a light on truth. 

My thoughts are also with my neighbors here in Illinois. To our immigrant community who continue to work, go to school, and find joy despite the constant terror of the federal government – I see you and I stand with you. And to our neighbors who continue to protect each other in spite of the danger – you answer the call of pre-dawn signal chats, patrol community streets, and blow whistles to warn of danger – thank you. Together we protect us. 

Representante Maura Hirschauer reflexiona tras el tiroteo de ICE en Minnesota; enfatiza el deber de ponerse de pie, hablar y arrojar luz sobre la verdad

“Ayer, 7 de Enero del 2026, agentes federales de inmigración le dispararon y mataron a Renee Nicole Good en Minnesota dejando huérfano a su hijo de seis años y a toda una comunidad destrozada. El 12 de septiembre de 2025 agentes federales de inmigración le dispararon y mataron a Silverio Villegas Gonzalez en Franklin Park, Illinois, dejando huérfanos  a sus dos hijos pequeños y a nuestra comunidad sumida en dolor.” 

“Estamos de luto y lamentamos profundamente la pérdida de Renee, Silverio, y de cada vida arrebatada o marcada para siempre por las acciones insensatas de nuestro gobierno federal. Los efectos secundarios de estos eventos trágicos que recorren ciudades de todo Estados Unidos, donde la presencia de agentes federales de inmigración pone en riesgo la seguridad de las comunidades.”

“Nadie está a salvo cuando agentes federales deficientemente mal capacitados, armados hasta los dientes con pistolas, armas tipo asalto y gas lacrimógeno, se lanzan a toda velocidad por las calles de la ciudad, sembrando caos a cada paso.” 

Hoy mis pensamientos están con la familia de Renee Nicole Good y con la  gente de Minnesota. Que su memoria sea una bendición y una luz que encienda un cambio real y pacifico. No debemos apartar la mirada y todos tenemos la responsabilidad de resistir, alzar la voz, y sacar la verdad a la luz.”

“Mis pensamientos también están con mis vecinos aquí en Illinois. A nuestra comunidad inmigrante que sigue trabajando, yendo a la escuela, y encontrando alegría a pesar del terror constante del gobierno federal. Yo los veo y estoy con ustedes. Y a nuestros vecinos que continúan protegiéndose unos a los otros a pesar del peligro.  Que responden a los chats de alerta antes del amanecer, patrullan las calles y hacen sonar silbatos para avisar del peligro, gracias. Juntos nos cuidamos.”

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Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185



Join State Representative Hirschauer for a Property Tax Appeal Workshop with Hanover Township and the Cook County Assessor’s Office

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Residents of Hanover Township received their property reassessment letters by mail on Thursday, November 6, 2025. These notices are part of the regular assessment cycle conducted to ensure property values are kept up to date.

Upon receiving your reassessment notice, please review the information carefully. If you have any questions or believe your assessment is inaccurate, you can join us on Thursday, November 20 at our Property Tax Appeal Workshop with Hanover Township and the Cook County Acessor’s office to help you file an appeal or help you answer any other questions.

For more information please contact the Cook County Assessor’s Office or please reach out to our office for further support.

Los residentes del Municipio de Hanover recibieron por correo sus cartas de reevaluación de propiedades el jueves 6 de noviembre de 2025. Estos avisos forman parte del ciclo regular de evaluación que se realiza para garantizar que los valores de las propiedades se mantengan actualizados.

Al recibir su aviso de reevaluación, revise la información cuidadosamente. Si tiene alguna pregunta o cree que su evaluación es incorrecta, puede acompañarnos el jueves 20 de noviembre en nuestro Taller de Apelación de Impuestos a la Propiedad, junto con el Municipio de Hanover y la Oficina del Tasador del Condado de Cook, donde podremos ayudarle a presentar una apelación o responder cualquier otra pregunta que pueda tener.

Para más información, por favor contacte a la Oficina del Tasador del Condado de Cook o comuníquese con nuestra oficina para recibir apoyo adicional.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
271-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Illinois Financial Transparency Directory

While Illinois currently offers dozens of useful financial reporting resources, these resources are spread out across numerous government offices and agencies, making them difficult to locate and use. As a result, many go underutilized. To promote greater financial transparency, Representative Hirschauer and her office have compiled a list of the most frequently requested and widely used resources currently available to the public. If you are unable to locate a specific resource or need assistance navigating any of the listed sources, please contact our office for guidance.

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Illinois State Government

Reports on Illinois State Government Finances

Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Illinois State Comptroller

PDF Documents 

This report provides an overview of the state’s financial position, including assets, liabilities, revenues, and expenditures.

Audit Reports – Performance Audits

Illinois Auditor General

PDF Documents 

These reports look at the efficiency, effectiveness, and economy of state programs, functions, or operations, providing an independent evaluation that typically includes improvement recommendations. 

Audit Reports – Public Documents

Illinois Auditor General

PDF Documents 

This page provides links to numerous official documents filed by the Auditor General’s office. This includes annual reports, audit advisories, quarterly reports, fiscal condition filings, emergency purchase filings, late filing affidavits, the State Actuary’s report, and compliance plans. 

Audit Reports – State Agency Audits

Illinois Auditor General

PDF Documents 

This page provides alphabetical access to financial and compliance audit reports for Illinois state agencies, which includes both brief summary digests and detailed reports. These audits detail how agencies manage public funds, evaluate state law compliance, and identify areas that need improvement.

Budget Books

Office of Management and Budget

PDF Documents

These documents outline the Governor’s proposed spending plans, detailing appropriations, fiscal priorities, and agency-level funding. 

Debt Transparency Report

Illinois State Comptroller

Interactive Graph

This is a monthly report which discloses the state’s outstanding bills and liabilities, including payments owed to vendors, and tracks the size and timing of Illinois’ unpaid obligations.

Economic and Fiscal Year Reports

Office of Management and Budget

PDF Documents

These reports provide analysis of Illinois’ economic conditions and the long-term impact of fiscal policy decisions.

Grant Accountability and Transparency Act (GATA) Portal

Office of Management & Budget

Web-Based Grant Management System

Central portal for state-administered grants; tracks applications, awards, monitoring, and compliance for grantees.

Interactive Budget and Performance Metrics

Office of Management and Budget

Interactive Graph

This interactive tool presents the state’s budget data, allowing users to explore spending trends and measure agency outcomes against performance goals.

Illinois Open Data

State of Illinois Data Portal

Searchable Database 

This database provides public access to a wide range of datasets from various agencies. 

Interactive Performance Dashboard

Office of Management and Budget

Interactive Dataset

This dataset tracks the progress of state agencies in meeting key performance metrics tied to budgetary goals.

Illinois Transparency & Accountability (ITAP) Portal 

Illinois Attorney General / State-wide

Searchable Database 

A searchable database that provides public access to financial information about state operations, including spending, contracts, and employee salaries. 

Public Accountability Report

Illinois State Comptroller

Interactive Dataset

This report presents financial and performance data from state agencies and is designed to help residents understand how public funds are used and what outcomes are achieved.

Revenue Report

Illinois State Comptroller

Interactive Graph

This report real-time updates on Illinois’ tax collections and other revenue sources.

Rainy Day Fund

Illinois State Comptroller

Interactive Graph

This website provides data on the status and growth of Illinois’ Budget Stabilization Fund.

Salary Database

Illinois State Comptroller

Searchable Database

This database provides compensation information for employees across the Illinois state government.

Reports on Local Government Finances

Local Government Warehouse

Illinois State Comptroller

Web Portal

A web portal that provides public access to local governments’ financial and accountability reports. It includes Annual Audits, Annual Financial Reports, Circuit Clerk Reports, Delinquent Reports, Fiscal Responsibility Report Cards, Previous Years’ Local Government Reports, Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Reports, and Financial Databases.

Annual Audits 

Searchable Database  

Contains self-reported financial statements submitted by local governments, including revenues, expenditures, fund balances, assets, liabilities, and other fiscal activities over the course of the fiscal year.

Annual Financial Reports

Searchable Database  

Description

Circuit Clerk Reports (Funds & Audit)

Searchable Database  

Provides financial data from circuit clerks regarding court fees and funds collected, distributed, and retained. Includes both standard reporting and audit findings specific to circuit clerk operations.

Delinquent Reports

Searchable Database  

Lists local governments that are delinquent in submitting required financial documents, such as audits or annual reports, and tracks compliance with state-mandated reporting deadlines.

Fiscal Responsibility Report Card

Searchable Database  

Summarizes financial performance metrics of local governments, including indicators such as debt levels, fund balances, and budgetary compliance. 

Previous Years’ Local Government Reports

Searchable Database  

Contains archived versions of local government audits, AFRs, and similar reports from prior years

Tax Increment Planning Reports (TIF)

Searchable Database  

Provides financial reports on active and closed TIF districts, including revenues generated, expenditures, fund balances, and project status submitted annually by municipalities.

Financial Databases

Downloadable Financial Data

Allows users to download bulk financial data from local governments across Illinois, including audit results, AFR data, and other metrics.

United States Federal Government

Reports on Local Government Finances

Electronic Municipal Market Access (EMMA)

Municipal Securities Rulemaking Board

Searchable Database

The Federal government’s online database for municipal securities data and disclosure documents. It includes financial statements, bond offering documents, trade data, continuing disclosures, and credit ratings for state and local governments across the U.S.

DuPage County Government

Reports on Local Government Finances

Auditor Reports and Resources 

Dupage County Auditor

Web Portal

Includes checkbook online, revenue & expenditure reports, internal audit reports, quarterly reports, and more

Budget and Finance Reports

DuPage County Finance Department

PDF Documents

Provides financial reports, including annual budgets, comprehensive annual financial reports (CAFRs), five-year financial and capital plans, and monthly treasurer’s reports. 

Forest Preserve District of Dupage County

DuPage Forest Preserve District

Web Portal

Includes checkbook online, revenue & expenditure reports, internal audit reports, quarterly reports, and more

Transparency Portal 

Dupage County

Web Portal

Includes agendas, minutes, capital plans, ethics info, budget policies, and county annual reports

Cook County Government

Reports on Local Government Finances

Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports

Cook County Finance Department

PDF Documents

Annual audited financial statements prepared in accordance with GAAP.

Community Data

Cook County Assessor

Web Portal

Property assessment and valuation data used in calculating property taxes.

Cook County Open Budget 

Cook County

Searchable Database 

Includes enacted budgets, ARPA fund usage, audit reports, quarterly open recommendation reports, and asset marketing details.

Cook County Taxing Districts’ Financial Statements and Disclosures

Cook County Treasurer

Searchable Database 

Users can search by PIN or taxing district to access uploaded financial statements and disclosures per County Ordinance.

Kane County Government

Reports on Local Government Finances

Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports

Kane County Finance Department

PDF Documents

Includes the completed audited financial statements for the County.

Kane County Open Finance 

Kane County

Searchable Database 

Provides checkbook-style transactions, visualizations, annual/fiscal year and quarterly reports.

Wage and Salary Report

Kane County Finance Department

PDF Documents 

Reports employee wages from 2008 onward.  

Municipal Governments (In order of most constituents to last)

Reports on Local Government Finances

Village of Bartlett Government Transparency 

Village of Bartlett

Web Portal

Includes contracts & agreements, a summary of the village’s property taxes, sales taxes, & fees, annual operating budgets, capital budgets, annual comprehensive financial reports, and tax increment financing reports. To find this information, scroll down to the bottom of the page. 

West Chicago Transparency Portal 

The City of West Chicago

Web Portal

Includes elected & administrative official contact information, departmental data, budget info, and local spending.

Batavia Government Transparency 

City of Batavia

Web Portal

Includes annual and capital budgets, monthly financial reports, annual comprehensive financial reports, compensation listings, annual treasurer’s reports, state Comptroller reports, fire and police pension audits, vendor information, and tax summaries (property, sales, and fees).

Hanover Park Transparency Page 

Village of Hanover Park

Web Portal 

Includes current and past budgets, financial audits, ordinances, FOIA policies, and additional public information.

Warrenville Budgets, Treasury & Taxes 

City of Warrenville 

Web Portal 

Includes annual budgets, annual treasurer’s reports, comprehensive financial reports, and detailed information on tax rates and revenues.

City of Elgin Transparency Center 

City of Elgin 

Web Portal

Includes annual budgets, financial audits, compensation reports, and other public records.

Annual Comprehensive Financial Reports

City of Aurora

Web Portal

Overview of the city’s financial activities, including a statement of net position, fund financial statements, and notes to the financial statements.

Aurora Transparency Center 

City of Aurora 

Web Portal

Includes annual financial reporting (budgets, ACFRs), expenditure approval lists, supplemental accounts payable listings, city contracts, procurement notices, Tax Increment Financing district information, and public records.

Naperville Annual Budget & Financial Reports 

City of Naperville 

Web Portal 

Includes the city’s annual and capital budgets, annual comprehensive financial reports (audits), and monthly financial summaries.

Naperville Annual Budget & Financial Reports 

City of Naperville 

Web Portal 

Includes links to annual budgets, audited financial statements, financial dashboards, checkbook-style spending reports, debt schedules, and budget development information. 

South Elgin Transparency Portal 

Village of South Elgin 

Web Portal 

Includes annual operating budgets, budget summaries, payroll & accounts payable reports, active purchase orders, insurance coverage details, meeting agendas, and other key governance documents.

South Elgin Accounting and Financial Transparency Portal 

Village of South Elgin 

Web Portal 

Includes audited annual financial reports, year-to-date financial statements, budget-to-actual comparisons, vendor payment information, and procedural financial policies.

Wayne Township Finance & Budget 

Wayne Township

Web Portal

Includes the annual adopted township budget for the current fiscal year, proposed municipal budgets, revenue collection reports, and financial planning documentation.

Geneva Government Transparency 

City of Geneva 

Web Portal

Includes annual operating budgets, comprehensive annual financial reports, payment registries, elected and appointed official contact information, FOIA resources, city audit documents, and other financial disclosures.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Veteran Business Program Workshop

The State of Illinois Commission on Equity and Inclusion invites all veteran business owners to their Veteran Business Advantage: Unlocking Surplus Resources & State Certification workshop on August 12, 2025, from 10 AM – 11:30 AM.

In this workshop, veteran business owners will learn how the GSA Federal Surplus Program and the State of Illinois Surplus Program can provide them with free or low-cost equipment, as well as information on CEI’s Veteran Business Program and the certification process.

Interested parties can register at https://registration.socio.events/e/veteransbusinessadvantagesurplusresources

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Governor Pritzker Signs Hirschauer’s Safe Storage Bill

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CHICAGO, Ill. – This morning, Governor J.B. Pritzker signed State Representative Maura Hirschauer’s(D-Batavia) Safe Gun Storage Act into law. The culmination of a tireless fight by advocates and legislators, the Safe Gun Storage Act(SB8) ensures household firearms are kept out of the hands of children, teenagers, and criminals through tighter storage requirements and increased regulations on reporting lost or stolen firearms.

“Safe firearm storage and responsible gun ownership are practices on which all of us, gun owners and non-gun owners alike, can agree. SB 8 is a commonsense gun safety measure that enhances safe firearm storage requirements and strengthens the reporting and data collection processes for lost and stolen guns,” said Hirschauer. “By promoting responsible gun ownership, this bill aims to prevent unauthorized access to firearms—helping reduce unintentional injuries, suicides, and acts of intentional harm, including school shootings.”

The Safe Gun Storage Act requires firearms to be properly locked away when in a household with children, at-risk individuals, or those ineligible to receive FOID cards. Additionally, the act mandates that stolen or missing firearms are reported to local law enforcement within 48 hours of the discovery. Illinois State Police will now be able to revoke a FOID card if a gun owner fails to report a lost or stolen gun more than twice.

SB8 will go into effect on January 1st, 2026. The full text can be found here, fact sheets can be found here, and the research behind the bill can be found here.

El gobernador Pritzker firma el proyecto de ley de almacenamiento seguro de Hirschauer

CHICAGO, Illinois – Esta mañana, el gobernador J.B. Pritzker promulgó la Ley de Almacenamiento Seguro de Armas de la representante estatal Maura Hirschauer (demócrata por Batavia). Culminación de una lucha incansable de defensores y legisladores, la Ley de Almacenamiento Seguro de Armas (SB8) garantiza que las armas de fuego domésticas se mantengan fuera del alcance de niños, adolescentes y delincuentes mediante requisitos de almacenamiento más estrictos y regulaciones más estrictas para reportar armas perdidas o robadas.

“El almacenamiento seguro de armas de fuego y la tenencia responsable de armas son prácticas en las que todos, propietarios y no propietarios de armas, estamos de acuerdo. La SB 8 es una medida sensata de seguridad con las armas que mejora los requisitos de almacenamiento seguro de armas de fuego y fortalece los procesos de reporte y recopilación de datos sobre armas perdidas y robadas”, declaró Hirschauer. “Al promover la tenencia responsable de armas, este proyecto de ley busca prevenir el acceso no autorizado a las armas de fuego, ayudando a reducir las lesiones accidentales, los suicidios y los actos de daño intencional, incluyendo los tiroteos escolares”.

La Ley de Almacenamiento Seguro de Armas exige que las armas de fuego se guarden bajo llave en hogares con niños, personas en riesgo o personas que no cumplen los requisitos para recibir tarjetas FOID. Además, la ley exige que las armas de fuego robadas o extraviadas se reporten a las autoridades locales dentro de las 48 horas posteriores al descubrimiento. La Policía Estatal de Illinois ahora podrá revocar una tarjeta FOID si el propietario de un arma no reporta la pérdida o el robo de un arma más de dos veces.

La SB8 entrará en vigor el 1 de enero de 2026. El texto completo se puede encontrar aquí, las hojas informativas aquí y la investigación que respalda el proyecto de ley aquí.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-Batavia)
49th District

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County Expands Their Emergency Benefits

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Cook County, IL –  The Veterans Assistance Commission of Cook County(VACCC) has announced the expansion of their Emergency Financial Assistance Program to better support veterans in need. Find details on the benefits below:

  1. Qualified veterans can now receive $100 towards past due phone and internet bills, both of which can be used once every 12 months
  2. Hygiene Assistance can now be accessed every 6 months instead of once a year
  3. The Food Assistance Program has been doubled! Eligible veterans will now receive two $100 Aldi gift cards, as well as an additional $100 gift card for each dependent and spouse
  4. The Rent and Mortgage Assistance cap has been raised from $1,400 to $2,000 to account for rising housing costs
  5. Families can now receive $3,000 in Funeral and Burial Assistance, up from $1,500 previously

If you or a loved one may be eligible for this program, reach out to the VACCC at (312) 433-6010.

La Comisión de Asistencia a Veteranos del Condado de Cook amplía sus beneficios de emergencia

Condado de Cook, IL – La Comisión de Asistencia para Veteranos del Condado de Cook (VACCC) anunció la expansión de su Programa de Asistencia Financiera de Emergencia para brindar un mejor apoyo a los veteranos necesitados. Encuentre detalles sobre los beneficios a continuación:

  1. Los veteranos que califiquen ahora pueden recibir $100 para pagar facturas vencidas de teléfono e internet, ambos disponibles una vez cada 12 meses.
  2. La Asistencia para la Higiene ahora se puede acceder cada 6 meses en lugar de una vez al año.
  3. El Programa de Asistencia Alimentaria se ha duplicado! Los veteranos elegibles recibirán ahora dos tarjetas de regalo de Aldi de $100, además de una tarjeta de regalo adicional de $100 por cada dependiente y cónyuge.
  4. El límite de la Asistencia para el Alquiler e Hipoteca se ha incrementado de $1,400 a $2,000 para compensar el aumento en el costo de la vivienda.
  5. Las familias ahora pueden recibir $3,000 en Asistencia para Funerales y Entierros, en comparación con los $1,500 anteriores.

Si usted o un ser querido puede ser elegible para este programa, comuníquese con el VACCC al (312) 433-6010.

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-BATAVIA)
49TH DISTRICT

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Hirschauer Joins Over 400 State and Local Officials to Support Families of Deceased Veterans

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WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – In an effort organized by the Veterans Survivor Coalition, State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, joined over 400 veterans organizations, state, and local officials around the country in signing onto a bipartisan letter supporting legislation to expedite the issuing of a veteran’s death certificate. 

The letter explains how families of deceased veterans are subject to waiting times of four to eight weeks before death certificates are signed, preventing grieving families from accessing benefits, making arrangements, and coming to terms with their loss. HR 4398, which has recently been introduced by Minnesota Congressman Tom Emmer, goes even further, seeking to reduce this burden by requiring Department of Veteran Affairs(VA) physicians to sign death certificates for veterans who pass from natural causes within 48 hours of notification (a shorter timeframe than the 72 hours requested in the Veterans Survivor Coalition letter). 

Representative Hirschauer looks forward to seeing Illinois’ Congressmembers also signing on to this legislation to support our Veterans and their families.

The full text of the letter and a copy with the signers’ names can be found below.


“Dear Representative Emmer: 

On behalf of the over 400 veterans organizations, state and local officials, covering all 50 states, who advocate for the dignity and well-being of our veterans and their families, we strongly support legislation requiring Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) physicians to sign the death certificate of a veteran who passes away of natural causes within 72 hours of notification. 

Today, far too many veteran families are burdened by avoidable delays during one of the most difficult moments in their lives. Under the current system, it can take four to eight weeks for a death certificate to be signed—often by a medical examiner unfamiliar with the veteran, rather than the VA physician who cared for them. This delay prevents grieving families from accessing survivor benefits, settling estates, and gaining closure, compounding their emotional loss with unnecessary financial and logistical stress. 

This is not a complicated issue—it is a solvable one. VA physicians, who served as the veteran’s primary care providers and know their medical history, should be the ones to sign the death certificate promptly. Requiring this to happen within 72 hours of notification would offer a timely, compassionate resolution and remove a heavy burden from families who have already sacrificed so much. 

We extend our sincere thanks to you for taking the lead on this critical piece of legislation. Your leadership reflects a deep and unwavering commitment to the men and women who serve in our armed forces. From the moment they take their oath to the moment they are laid to rest, you have stood by them and their families—ensuring their service is honored not just in words, but through action. Your support is a powerful reminder that our nation’s duty to our veterans does not end when their service does. 

This legislation is a clear example of bipartisan compassion and commonsense reform. We urge Congress to move swiftly to pass it, ideally under unanimous consent, and give our veteran families the respect and support they deserve.

Thank you again, Representative Emmer, for championing this issue and for your continued leadership on behalf of our nation’s heroes. Your commitment ensures that we, as a country, not only honor their service—but stand by their families through every step of the journey.”

Hirschauer se une a más de 400 funcionarios estatales y locales para apoyar a las familias de los veteranos fallecidos

WEST CHICAGO, Ill. – En un esfuerzo organizado por la Coalición de Veteranos Sobrevivientes, la representante estatal Maura Hirschauer, demócrata por Batavia, se unió a más de 400 organizaciones de veteranos, funcionarios estatales y locales de todo el país para firmar una carta bipartidista que apoya la legislación para agilizar la emisión del certificado de defunción de un veterano.

La carta explica cómo las familias de los veteranos fallecidos están sujetas a tiempos de espera de cuatro a ocho semanas antes de la firma de los certificados de defunción, lo que impide que las familias en duelo accedan a beneficios, hagan trámites y asuman su pérdida. La HR 4398, presentada recientemente por el congresista de Minnesota Tom Emmer, va aún más allá, buscando reducir esta carga al exigir a los médicos del Departamento de Asuntos de Veteranos (VA) que firmen los certificados de defunción de los veteranos que fallecen por causas naturales dentro de las 48 horas posteriores a la notificación (un plazo más corto que las 72 horas solicitadas en la carta de la Coalición de Veteranos Sobrevivientes).

El Representante Hirschauer espera con interés que los congresistas de Illinois también firmen esta legislación para apoyar a nuestros veteranos y sus familias.

El texto completo de la carta y una copia con los nombres de los firmantes se encuentran a continuación.


Estimado Representante Emmer:

En nombre de las más de 400 organizaciones de veteranos, funcionarios estatales y locales de los 50 estados, que abogan por la dignidad y el bienestar de nuestros veteranos y sus familias, apoyamos firmemente la legislación que exige que los médicos del Departamento de Asuntos de Veteranos (VA) firmen el certificado de defunción de un veterano que fallezca por causas naturales dentro de las 72 horas posteriores a la notificación.

Hoy en día, demasiadas familias de veteranos se ven agobiadas por retrasos evitables durante uno de los momentos más difíciles de sus vidas. Con el sistema actual, la firma de un certificado de defunción puede tardar de cuatro a ocho semanas, a menudo por un médico forense que no conoce al veterano, en lugar del médico del VA que lo atendió. Esta demora impide que las familias en duelo accedan a las prestaciones de supervivencia, liquiden sus herencias y logren un cierre, lo que agrava su pérdida emocional con un estrés financiero y logístico innecesario.

Este no es un problema complicado; tiene solución. Los médicos del VA, que fueron los médicos de cabecera del veterano y conocen su historial médico, deberían Sean quienes firmen el certificado de defunción con prontitud. Exigir que esto ocurra dentro de las 72 horas posteriores a la notificación ofrecería una solución oportuna y compasiva, y aliviaría una pesada carga para las familias que ya han sacrificado tanto.

Le expresamos nuestro sincero agradecimiento por liderar esta crucial legislación. Su liderazgo refleja un profundo e inquebrantable compromiso con los hombres y mujeres que sirven en nuestras fuerzas armadas. Desde el momento en que prestan juramento hasta el momento de su sepultura, usted los ha apoyado a ellos y a sus familias, garantizando que su servicio sea honrado no solo con palabras, sino con hechos. Su apoyo es un poderoso recordatorio de que el deber de nuestra nación para con nuestros veteranos no termina con su servicio.

Esta legislación es un claro ejemplo de compasión bipartidista y reforma sensata. Instamos al Congreso a que actúe con rapidez para aprobarla, idealmente por consenso unánime, y a que brinde a nuestras familias de veteranos el respeto y el apoyo que merecen.

Gracias nuevamente, Representante Emmer, por defender este tema y por su continuo liderazgo en nombre de los héroes de nuestra nación. Su compromiso. garantiza que nosotros, como país, no solo honramos su servicio, sino que también apoyamos a sus familias en cada paso del camino”.

Nicor Gas Grant Opportunities: Strengthening Communities Across Illinois

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Nicor Gas is offering grants up to $5,000 to eligible non-profits in Northern Illinois, focusing on four pillars: Community & Culture; Family & Social Services; Basic Needs; and Education & Workforce Development.

Below is a description of each pillar and its corresponding grant:

1. Community & Culture Grant

2. Family & Social Services Grant

3. Basic Needs Grant

4. Education & Workforce Development Grants 

For more information, visit www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

Oportunidades de subvención de Nicor Gas: Fortaleciendo las comunidades de Illinois

Nicor Gas ofrece subvenciones de hasta $5,000 a organizaciones sin fines de lucro elegibles en el norte de Illinois, centrándose en cuatro pilares: Comunidad y Cultura; Familia y Servicios Sociales; Necesidades Básicas; y Educación y Desarrollo Laboral.

A continuación, se describe cada pilar y su subvención correspondiente:

1. Subvención para la Comunidad y la Cultura

  • Objetivo: Apoyar instituciones y programas culturales que fomenten la participación comunitaria y el enriquecimiento cultural.
  • Destinatarios ideales: Teatros, museos y organizaciones sin fines de lucro dedicadas a la educación artística con alcance inclusivo.
  • Fecha límite de solicitud: 31 de julio
  • Enlace: www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

2. Subvención para la Familia y Servicios Sociales

  • Objetivo: Apoyar servicios sociales como salud mental, abuso de sustancias, servicios para personas con discapacidad, violencia doméstica y programas de apoyo familiar.
  • Destinatarios ideales: Organizaciones sin fines de lucro enfocadas en la estabilización y el bienestar comunitario.
  • Fecha límite de solicitud: 31 de julio
  • Enlace: www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

3. Subvención para Necesidades Básicas

  • Objetivo: Apoya las necesidades de la comunidad, como alimentación, alojamiento, ropa y ayuda en caso de desastre.
  • Destinatarios ideales: Bancos de alimentos locales, programas de ayuda en caso de desastre y programas de refugio de emergencia.
  • Fecha límite de solicitud: 31 de agosto
  • Enlace: www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

4. Subvenciones para Educación y Desarrollo Laboral

  • Objetivo: Apoya las oportunidades de educación secundaria y postsecundaria, así como los programas técnicos/vocacionales.
  • Destinatarios ideales: Programas técnicos/vocacionales, programas STEM y programas de desarrollo laboral.
  • Fecha límite de solicitud: 31 de agosto
  • Enlace: www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

Para más información, visite www.nicorgas.com/company/about-us/charitable-giving/pillars-of-giving.html

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-BATAVIA)
49TH DISTRICT

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185

Constituent Resources

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General

  • 211 Resource Connecting
    • A general referral hotline with connections to local and community agencies across a wide spectrum of services, such as medical care, housing assistance, and transportation help
  • Two Rivers Head Start(Kane County)
    • Provides a range of services, including childcare, emergency rent assistance, job training, and senior assistance to low-income Kane County residents
    • auroracsbg@trhsa.org
    • (800) 847-9010
  • Kane County Health Department Resources
    • Links to several types of resources available through the Kane County Health Department, including veteran care, housing assistance, job resources, addiction services, and much more
  • Access DuPage Resources
    • Links to several types of resources in DuPage County, such as medical, housing, employment, and food assistance

Family Services

  • Illinois Child Care Assistance Program
    • Provides financial aid for childcare services to low-income families in Illinois through the Illinois Department of Human Services Division of Early Childhood
  • DuPage and Kane County Child Care Resource and Referral Center
    • Assists families in finding childcare that fits their needs, as well as connecting them to financial aid if necessary
      • YWCA 2055 Army Trail Rd Ste 140, Addison, IL 60101
      • 630-790-6600
      • ccap@ywcachicago.org 
  • DuPage County Caregiver Resource Center
    • Provides assistance with care plans and finances to unpaid caregivers
    • 630-407-6500 
  • Metropolitan Family Services DuPage
    • Aids families with a multitude of services, including early childhood education, parenting programs, and behavioral health counseling
      • 222 East Willow Avenue
        Wheaton, Illinois 60187
      • Main phone: 630-784-4800
      • Intake and referral: 630-784-4802
  • Illinois Family Resource Connections
    • Helps with establishing parentage, locating parents, and handling child support payments
      • 800-447-4278
      • hfs.dcssconnect@illinois.gov 

Immigration

  • Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights(ICIRR)
    • Family Support Network and Hotline: 1-855-435-7693
      • A hotline for reporting ICE activity, resource referral services, connecting with immigration attorneys, and much more
    • New Americans Initiative Citizenship Aid
      • Assists low-income immigrants with navigating the citizenship process through services such as interview preparation, application processing, and scholarships for Illinois residents
    • Immigrant Family Resource Program
      • Provides services such as translation, case management, referrals, and financial assistance to immigrant families in Illinois
    • 312-332-7360
  • National Immigrant Justice Center
    • Legal consultation and representation for low-income immigrants
    • Contacts for different services
      • 312-660-1370 – Call Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays for assistance with citizenship/visa application, DACA renewal, or victims of human trafficking
      • 312-660-1328 – Immigration Court Helpdesk
      • 773-672-6599 – Call Tuesdays from 11 AM – 2PM for the NIJC Detention Project if a family member has been detained
  • World Relief Chicagoland
    • Offers services for immigrants such as case management, legal services, English courses, and more
      • World Relief DuPage
        • 191 S. Gary Ave. Suite 130
          Carol Stream, IL 60188
        • General: 630-462-7566
        • Immigration: 630-462-7660
      • World Relief Aurora
        • 73 S. LaSalle Street
          Aurora, Illinois 60505
        • General: 630-906-9546
        • Immigration: 630-906-9546

Healthcare

Mental Health

  • NAMI
  • 988 – Suicide and Crisis Hotline
  • Kane County Behavioral Health Services
    • A list of behavioral and mental health services in Kane County, including recovery services, suicide hotlines, and low-income services
  • Dupage County Behavioral Health Resources
    • A list of behavioral and mental health services in DuPage County, including help for opioid addiction, youth mental health, and LGBTQ+ services
  • Family Services Association of Greater Elgin
    • Provides family focused behavioral health services including outpatient therapy, community mentoring, crisis teams, and support for youth in the juvenile justice system
    • Offers a sliding scale discount for low-income families
      • (847) 695-3680
      • 1752 Capital St. Suite 100
        Elgin, IL. 60124.

Transportation

  • Ride DuPage
    • Provides subsidized transportation to seniors, people with disabilites, and low-income individuals in DuPage County
    • Covers Naperville and Winfield Townships, as well as the cities of Warrenville, West Chicago, and Naperville
      • RideDuPage@dupageco.org
      • 630-407-6500
  • Ride in Kane
    • Provides subsidized transportation to seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income individuals in Kane County
    • Covers Aurora, Batavia, and St. Charles Townships, as well as the cities of Batavia, Elgin, and Geneva
      • 41W011 Burlington Road, Campton Hills
      • 630-762-2600
  • Hanover Township Transportation
    • Links to a variety of transportation options for seniors and people with disabilities
  • Wayne Township Dial-A-Ride
    • Wayne Township offers curb-to-curb transportation for its residents at a reduced cost
      • Call 800-713-7445 to reserve rides
  • RTA Free Ride and Discounted Fare Program
    • Information regarding the RTA’s Free Ride and Discounted Fare program for seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities
      • Covers PACE, CTA, and Metra
      • 312-913-3110
    • RTA Access Pilot Program
      • Reduced Metra fares for low-income individuals currently receiving SNAP benefits
  • PACE Buses
    • Provides bus services throughout DuPage, Kane, and Cook counties

Housing

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  • Conexión de Recursos 211
    • Línea directa de referencias generales con conexiones a agencias locales y comunitarias que ofrecen una amplia gama de servicios, como atención médica, asistencia para la vivienda y ayuda con el transporte.
  • Two Rivers Head Start (Condado de Kane)
    • Ofrece una variedad de servicios, como cuidado infantil, asistencia de emergencia para el alquiler, capacitación laboral y asistencia para personas mayores a residentes de bajos ingresos del Condado de Kane.
    • auroracsbg@trhsa.org
    • (800) 847-9010
  • Recursos del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Kane
    • Enlaces a diversos recursos disponibles a través del Departamento de Salud del Condado de Kane, como atención para veteranos, asistencia para la vivienda, recursos laborales, servicios para adicciones y mucho más.
  • Recursos de DuPage Access
    • Enlaces a diversos recursos en el Condado de DuPage, como asistencia médica, de vivienda, empleo y alimentaria.

Servicios Familiares

  • Programa de Asistencia para el Cuidado Infantil de Illinois
    • Proporciona ayuda financiera para servicios de cuidado infantil a familias de bajos ingresos en Illinois a través de la División de Cuidado Infantil Temprano del Departamento de Servicios Humanos de Illinois
  • Centro de Recursos y Referencias para el Cuidado Infantil del Condado de DuPage y Kane
    • Ayuda a las familias a encontrar un cuidado infantil que se ajuste a sus necesidades y, si es necesario, las conecta con ayuda financiera.
      • YWCA 2055 Army Trail Rd Ste 140, Addison, IL 60101
      • 630-790-6600
      • ccap@ywcachicago.org 
  • Centro de Recursos para Cuidadores del Condado de DuPage
    • Brinda asistencia con planes de cuidado y finanzas a cuidadores no remunerados.
    • 630-407-6500 
  • Servicios Familiares Metropolitanos de DuPage
    • Ayuda a las familias con una variedad de servicios, incluyendo educación infantil temprana, programas para padres y consejería de salud conductual.
      • 222 East Willow Avenue
        Wheaton, Illinois 60187
      • Teléfono principal: 630-784-4800
      • Admisión y referencias: 630-784-4802
  • Conexiones de Recursos Familiares de Illinois
    • Ayuda a establecer la paternidad, localizar a los padres y gestionar la manutención infantil.
      • 800-447-4278
      • hfs.dcssconnect@illinois.gov 

Inmigración

  • Coalición de Illinois por los Derechos de los Inmigrantes y Refugiados (ICIRR)
    • Red de Apoyo Familiar y Línea Directa: 1-855-435-7693
      • Una línea directa para denunciar actividades de ICE, servicios de referencia de recursos, contactar con abogados de inmigración y mucho más.
    • Ayuda para la Ciudadanía de la Iniciativa de Nuevos Estadounidenses
      • Ayuda a inmigrantes de bajos ingresos a navegar el proceso de ciudadanía mediante servicios como la preparación para entrevistas, el procesamiento de solicitudes y becas para residentes de Illinois.
    • Programa de Recursos para Familias Inmigrantes
      • Ofrece servicios como traducción, gestión de casos, referencias y asistencia financiera a familias inmigrantes en Illinois.
    • 312-332-7360
  • Justicia Nacional para Inmigrantes Centro
    • Consulta legal y representación para inmigrantes de bajos recursos
    • Contactos para diferentes servicios
      • 312-660-1370 – Llame los martes, miércoles o jueves para obtener ayuda con la solicitud de ciudadanía/visa, renovación de DACA o para víctimas de trata de personas
      • 312-660-1328 – Servicio de asistencia del Tribunal de Inmigración
      • 773-672-6599 – Llame los martes de 11:00 a. m. a 2:00 p. m. para el Proyecto de Detención del NIJC si un familiar ha sido detenido
  • World Relief Chicagoland
    • Ofrece servicios para inmigrantes como gestión de casos, servicios legales, cursos de inglés y más
      • World Relief DuPage
        • 191 S. Gary Ave. Suite 130
          Carol Stream, IL 60188
        • General: 630-462-7566
        • Inmigración: 630-462-7660
      • World Relief Aurora
        • 73 S. LaSalle Street
          Aurora, Illinois 60505
        • General: 630-906-9546
        • Inmigración: 630-906-9546

Salud

Salud Mental

  • NAMI
  • 988 – Línea directa para suicidio y crisis
  • Servicios de salud mental del condado de Kane
    • Una lista de servicios de salud mental y conductual en el condado de Kane, incluyendo servicios de recuperación, líneas directas para el suicidio y servicios para personas de bajos ingresos.
  • Recursos de salud mental del condado de Dupage
    • Una lista de servicios de salud mental y conductual en el condado de DuPage, incluyendo ayuda para la adicción a opioides, salud mental juvenil y servicios LGBTQ+.
  • Asociación de Servicios Familiares del Gran Elgin
    • Ofrece servicios de salud mental centrados en la familia, incluyendo terapia ambulatoria, mentoría comunitaria, equipos de crisis y apoyo para jóvenes en el sistema de justicia juvenil
    • Ofrece descuentos según la escala móvil para familias de bajos ingresos.
      • (847) 695-3680
      • 1752 Capital St. Suite 100
        Elgin, IL. 60124.

Transporte

  • Ride DuPage
    • Ofrece transporte subsidiado a personas mayores, personas con discapacidad y personas de bajos ingresos.
    • Cubre los municipios de Naperville y Winfield, así como las ciudades de Warrenville, West Chicago y Naperville.
      • RideDuPage@dupageco.org
      • 630-407-6500
  • Ride in Kane
    • Ofrece transporte subsidiado a personas mayores, personas con discapacidad y personas de bajos recursos en el condado de Kane.
    • Abarca los municipios de Aurora, Batavia y St. Charles, así como las ciudades de Batavia, Elgin y Geneva.
      • 41W011 Burlington Road, Campton Hills
      • 630-762-2600
  • Servicio de transporte a domicilio del municipio de Wayne
    • El municipio de Wayne ofrece transporte de puerta a puerta a sus residentes a un precio reducido.
      • Llame al 800-713-7445 para reservar viajes.
  • Programa de Viajes Gratuitos y Tarifas con Descuento de la RTA
    • Información sobre el programa de Viajes Gratuitos y Tarifas con Descuento de la RTA para personas mayores, veteranos y personas con discapacidad.
      • Abarca PACE, CTA y Metra.
      • 312-913-3110
    • Programa Piloto de Acceso a la RTA
      • Tarifas reducidas de Metra para personas de bajos ingresos que actualmente reciben beneficios del SNAP.
  • Autobuses PACE
    • Ofrece servicios de autobús en los condados de DuPage, Kane y Cook.

Vivienda

Rep. Maura Hirschauer

(D-BATAVIA)
49TH DISTRICT

Springfield Office:
270-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-1653

District Office:
946 Neltnor Blvd #104
West Chicago IL 60185