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HFS Medicaid Changes

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HFS Medicaid Changes

Roughly 1 in 4 Illinoisans will be affected as a result of federal funding cuts to Medicaid. These changes will begin affecting some customers as early as October 1st. The Department of Healthcare and Family Services has provided information to keep customers informed and help them understand what they may need to do to prepare for these changes.

It is important to stay informed and understand how to navigate these upcoming changes. The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services has implemented the following webinars to help customers understand the new federal requirements.

For more information regarding the webinars click HERE

Previous Webinars and the recordings are listed below

HR1 Module 1:
Medicaid Overview and HR 1 Changes, Impact, and Timeline

Thursday, May 21, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Central Time)
View The Recording of this Webinar

HR1 Module 2:
Non-citizen Eligibility Changes & Alternative Resources

Tuesday, June 23, 2026 
1:30 PM – 2:15 PM (Central Time)
View the Recording of this Webinar

HR1 Module 3:
Work Requirements & Community Engagement

Tuesday, July 14, 2026 
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (Central Time)
Registration Link

HR1 Module 4:
Exemptions from Work Requirements

Wednesday, July 22, 2026 
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (Central Time)
Registration Link

HR1 Module 5:
Redeterminations and Retroactive Coverage

Thursday, August 20, 2026 
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Central Time)
Registration Link

HR1 Module 6:
Common Questions and Answers Regarding Medicaid Changes

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
1:00 PM – 2:00 PM (Central Time)
Registration Link

HR1 Module 7:
System Changes: How to Utilize and Assist

Wednesday, October 21, 2026
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM (Central Time)
Registration Link

Cambios de Medicaid de HFS

Aproximadamente uno de cada cuatro habitantes de Illinois se verá afectado por los recortes de fondos federales para Medicaid. Estos cambios comenzarán a afectar a algunos usuarios a partir del 1 de octubre. El Departamento de Atención Médica y Servicios Familiares (Department of Healthcare and Family Services) ha facilitado información para mantener a los usuarios informados y ayudarles a comprender qué medidas podrían necesitar tomar para prepararse ante estos cambios.

Es importante mantenerse informado y saber cómo afrontar los próximos cambios. El Departamento de Servicios de Salud y Familia de Illinois ha organizado los siguientes seminarios web para ayudar a los usuarios a comprender los nuevos requisitos federales.

Para más información hacer clic AQUI

Es necesario registrarse. A continuación se facilitan los enlaces para inscribirse en cada módulo del seminario web. También hay enlaces para seminarios web anteriores abajo.

Módulo 1 de HR1:
Descripción general de Medicaid y cambios, impacto y cronograma de HR1

Jueves, 21 de mayo de 2026
1:00 p. m. – 2:00 p. m. (hora central)
Ver la grabación de este seminario web

Módulo 2 de HR1:
Cambios en la elegibilidad para no ciudadanos y recursos alternativos

Martes, 23 de junio de 2026
1:30 p. m. – 2:15 p. m. (hora central)
HR 1 Módulo 2 diapositivas

HR1 Módulo 3:
Requisitos laborales y participación comunitaria

Martes, 14 de julio de 2026
1:30 p. m. – 2:30 p. m. (hora central)
Vea la grabación de este seminario web

HR 1 Módulo 3 diapositivas 

HR1 Módulo 4:
Exenciones de los requisitos laborales

Miércoles, 22 de julio de 2026
1:30 p. m. – 2:30 p. m. (hora central)
Enlace de registro

HR1 Módulo 5:
Redeterminaciones y cobertura retroactiva

Jueves, 20 de agosto de 2026
1:00 p. m. – 2:00 p. m. (hora central)
Enlace de registro

HR1 Módulo 6:
Preguntas y respuestas frecuentes sobre los cambios en Medicaid

Martes, 15 de septiembre de 2026
1:00 p. m. – 2:00 p. m. (hora central)
Enlace de registro

HR1 Módulo 7:
Cambios en el sistema: cómo utilizarlos y brindar asistencia

Miércoles, 21 de octubre de 2026
1:30 p. m. – 2:30 p. m. (hora central)
Enlace de registro

2026 End of Session Mailer

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2026 End of Session Mailer

Para leer en español, haga clic aquí.


“As a working mom, I’m at the grocery store every other day. I know that affordability is top of mind for all Illinoisans because I feel it too. Washington is failing to meet this moment. That’s why I’m working diligently in Springfield to pass legislation that creates a better path for Illinois, because we deserve better than what Washington is offering.”

A Better Path for Illinois

This session I made affordability, community safety, and protecting the common good a priority. Everyone in our community—whatever their political opinions—deserves more from Washington than we are getting. Our budgets are getting tighter, our expenses are getting higher, and our rights are getting chipped away.

We don’t have to accept Washington’s fevered vision where everything gets more expensive and every day feels like a struggle. I am fighting for a better path for Illinois, and I am proud to share the legislation that I passed this session bills with you: 

House Bill 4248

  • Stopping AI-powered schemes that raise prices of groceries and everyday purchases. The Algorithmic Price Prohibition Act which will ensure fairness and transparency for Illinois consumers. Your browsing history and digital footprint should not become a tool to charge you more. This nation-leading bill bans the practice of surveillance pricing in Illinois. 

Senate Bill 3926

  • Supporting veterans’ mental health by continuing the Breakthrough Therapies for Veterans Suicide Prevention Program Advisory Council within the Department of Public Health. It is our duty to protect the mental health of those who dedicated their lives to our safety and security. 

House Bill 4791

  • Investing in our critical early childhood workforce by allowing Head Start and Early Head Start programs to participate in the Smart Child Care Workforce Compensation Program. We must support the workforce behind the workforce for our communities to thrive. 

House Bill 5209

  • Addressing the intersection of mental health and gun violence by mandating training on mental health reporting and FOID for mental health practitioners. 

Senate Bill 3329

  • Strengthening orders of protection so abusers can’t access confiscated firearms from third-party services to provoke or harm others. 

Additional Bills:

House Bill 4309 – Establishes an annual proclamation by the Governor for POW/MIA Recognition Day, the 3rd Friday in September each year. Passed the House – Read More Here

House Bill 5313 – Removes several provisions requiring HFS to establish benchmarks to reduce hospital readmissions, inpatient complications, and unnecessary emergency room visits to bring HFS into statutory consistency with the modern Medicaid managed care environment. Passed the House

House Bill 4566 – Establishes the Natural Resource Restoration Trust Grant Program which will provide grants to communities for the purpose of restoring natural resources. Passed the House – Read More Here

Upcoming Events

End Of Session Town Hall

Veterans Roundtable

Free Community Document Shredding

Noticias del fin de la sesión legislativa de 2026

“Como madre trabajadora, voy al supermercado cada, otro día. Sé que la asequibilidad es una de las principales preocupaciones de todos los habitantes de Illinois, porque yo también me siento así. Washington está fallando en afrontar este momento. Por eso, estoy trabajando con diligencia en Springfield para aprobar leyes que abran un camino mejor para Illinois, porque nos merecemos algo mejor de lo que nos ofrece Washington.”

Un Mejor Camino para Illinois

En esta sesión, he priorizado la asequibilidad, la seguridad de la comunidad y la protección del bien común. Todos los miembros de nuestra comunidad – independientemente de sus opiniones políticas – merecen más de Washington de lo que estamos recibiendo. Nuestros presupuestos son cada vez más ajustados, nuestros gastos no dejan de aumentar y nuestros derechos están siendo socavados. 

No tenemos que aceptar la visión fanática de Washington en la que todo se vuelve más caro y cada día se siente más difícil. Estoy luchando por un futuro mejor para Illinois, y me enorgullece compartir con ustedes los proyectos de ley que he aprobado en esta sesión:

House Bill 4248

  • Poniendo fin a las prácticas basadas en la inteligencia artificial que elevan los precios de los alimentos y los productos de uso diario. La Ley de Prohibición de los Precios Algorítmicos garantizará la equidad y la transparencia para los consumidores de Illinois. Tu historial de búsqueda y tu huella digital no deben convertirse en una herramienta para cobrarte más. Este proyecto de ley, líder a nivel nacional, prohíbe la práctica de los precios de vigilancia en Illinois. 

Senate Bill 3926

  • Apoyando la salud mental de los veteranos mediante la continuación del Consejo Asesor del Programa de Terapias Innovadoras para la Prevención del Suicidio entre los Veteranos, dentro del Departamento de Salud Pública. Es nuestro deber proteger la salud mental de quienes dedicaron sus vidas por nuestra seguridad y protección. 

House Bill 4791

  • Invirtiendo en nuestro personal de primera línea dedicado a la primera infancia al permitir que los programas Head Start y Early Head Start participen en el Programa de Compensación para el Personal de Cuidado Infantil – Smart Child Care. Debemos apoyar al personal que está detrás de todo el personal para que nuestras comunidades puedan prosperar. 

House Bill 5209

  • Atendiendo la intersección entre la salud mental y la violencia armada mediante el entrenamiento sobre la salud mental y la licencia FOID para los profesionales de la salud mental. 

Senate Bill 3329

  • Reforzando las órdenes de protección para que los abusadores no puedan acceder a las armas confiscadas a través de servicios terceros con el fin de intimidar o dañar a otros. 

Más sobre los proyectos de ley en que estoy trabajando:

House Bill 4309 – Establece una proclamación anual por parte del Gobernador para el Día de Reconocimiento de los Prisioneros de Guerra y Desaparecidos en Acción (POW/MIA), que se celebrará el tercer viernes de septiembre de cada año. Aprobado en la Cámara de Representantes – Lea más aquí

House Bill 5313 – Elimina varias disposiciones que exigen que el Departamento de Servicios de Salud y Familia (HFS) establezca parámetros de referencia para reducir los reingresos hospitalarios, las complicaciones durante la hospitalización y las visitas innecesarias a las salas de emergencia, con el fin de armonizar la ley con el entorno moderno de atención administrada de Medicaid. Aprobado por la Cámara de Representantes.

House Bill 4566 – Establece el Programa de Subvenciones del Fondo Fiduciario para la Restauración de los Recursos Naturales, que otorgará subvenciones a las comunidades con el propósito de restaurar los recursos naturales. Aprobado por la Cámara de Representantes. – Lea más aquí

Próximos Eventos

Asamblea Comunitaria sobre el Fin de la Sesión Legislativa

Mesa Redonda de Veteranos

Evento Gratuito de Trituración de Documentos para la Comunidad

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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

End of Session Town Hall

End of Session Town Hall

June 30 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm CDT

Join Representative Hirschauer for an end-of-session town hall on legislation, budget, community safety, and pressing topics of Illinois’ 49th District. Register with your topics of priority and your specific questions to ensure they are discussed that evening.

This event will be presented in person, in English, with automated captions available on Zoom in many languages. If you would like in-person interpretation to another language, please register by June 26 for accommodations. Automated translations may be inaccurate. If something seems alarming or out of context, please contact our office for clarification and we will consult an interpreter to facilitate understanding of your concerns and Rep Hirschauer’s response.

Register below. Zoom links will be sent the day of the event.

Acompañe a la Representante Hirschauer en una reunión pública a fin de sesión sobre legislación, presupuesto, seguridad comunitaria y temas urgentes del Distrito 49 de Illinois. Inscríbase con sus temas prioritarios y sus preguntas específicas para asegurarse de que se aborden esa noche.

Este evento se presentará en inglés con subtítulos automáticos disponibles en varios idiomas. Si desea interpretación en persona a otro idioma, registraste antes del 26 de junio para realizar adaptaciones. Las traducciones automáticas pueden ser inexactas. Si algo le parece alarmante o fuera de contexto, comuníquese con nuestra oficina para obtener una aclaración y consultaremos con un intérprete para facilitar la comprensión de sus inquietudes y aclarar la respuesta de la Representante Hirschauer.

Se requiere registro a continuación. Los enlaces de Zoom se enviarán el día del evento.

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State Representative Maura Hirschauer

331-465-9661

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Bartlett Public Library District

800 S. Bartlett Road
Bartlett, Illinois United States
60103
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Mid-Session Town Hall

Mid-Session Town Hall

March 4 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm CST

Join Representative Hirschauer for a mid-session town hall on legislation, budget, community safety, and pressing topics of Illinois’ 49th District. Register with your topics of priority and your specific questions to ensure they are discussed that evening.

This event will be presented in person, in English, with automated captions available on Zoom in many languages. If you would like in-person interpretation to another language, please register by Feb 28 for accommodations. Automated translations may be inaccurate. If something seems alarming or out of context, please contact our office for clarification and we will consult an interpreter to facilitate understanding of your concerns and Rep Hirschauer’s response.

Register below. Zoom links will be sent the day of the event.

Acompañe a la Representante Hirschauer en una reunión pública a mitad de sesión sobre legislación, presupuesto, seguridad comunitaria y temas urgentes del Distrito 49 de Illinois. Inscríbase con sus temas prioritarios y sus preguntas específicas para asegurarse de que se aborden esa noche.

Este evento se presentará en inglés con subtítulos automáticos disponibles en varios idiomas. Si desea interpretación en persona a otro idioma, registraste antes del 28 de febrero para realizar adaptaciones. Las traducciones automáticas pueden ser inexactas. Si algo le parece alarmante o fuera de contexto, comuníquese con nuestra oficina para obtener una aclaración y consultaremos con un intérprete para facilitar la comprensión de sus inquietudes y aclarar la respuesta de la Representante Hirschauer.

Se requiere registro a continuación. Los enlaces de Zoom se enviarán el día del evento.

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State Representative Maura Hirschauer

331-465-9661

View Organizer Website

Bartlett Public Library District

800 S. Bartlett Road
Bartlett, Illinois United States
60103
View Venue Website

“Do not turn away.”

Posted on by Office of Maura Hirschauer
“Do not turn away.”

That’s what I tell people who pass through our community of West Chicago on Route 59 or Route 38 on their way to other places. Take a detour, and explore our historic community that was built up and around the railroads, and by immigrants from all over the globe. Wander through our downtown, grab a strong coffee from our local coffee shop, enjoy homemade gorditas and deliciously soft concha.

West Chicago is normally a quiet town, but if you look closer you will now see unmarked SUVs, trucks and vans with tinted windows patrolling our tree lined streets, circling neighborhood schools, spreading fear with every turn. Do not turn away. These are ICE agents, and they are here simply because West Chicago is a largely Latino community. They are not armed with judicial criminal warrants; they are armed with guns and pepper spray. These agents are not protecting our community from criminals; they are abducting fathers on their way home from school drop-off, aunts and uncles leaving a shift at a local factory, college students attending early morning classes.

Do not turn away—pay attention to the cries of our neighbors. They have been living peacefully, working hard, paying taxes, raising their families, going to church. The vast majority of people here are citizens, while others dream of a path. Everyone in West Chicago now feels as if their world has turned upside down. They are terrified of leaving their house and never seeing their children again. They are not criminals—they are your neighbors and ICE is holding them hostage.

The federal administration’s deployment of ICE in our peaceful neighborhoods is not keeping us safe, in fact it is doing quite the opposite. There is no part of “Operation Midway Blitz” that is aimed at solving the systemic issues in our immigration system. Instead, the “blitz” has left our families and neighborhoods vulnerable. Unaccountable, masked ICE agents are undermining years of work by our law enforcement to build trust with the communities they serve. Families are too afraid to call the police – even in dire emergencies. The fear tactics of ICE have forced our neighbors to think twice before calling for help.

Our current immigration policy is broken, and instead of rolling up his sleeves, doing the work of governing, and offering solutions to fix it, President Trump is choosing to target and torture the very immigrant community that weaves the fabric of this nation. It is a cowardly and weak choice, and above all it is a dangerous one. Every single person in our community is put in harm’s way when ICE agents roam our neighborhoods. 

Sadly, our community is not alone. ICE agents are terrorizing communities throughout our state; towns like Elgin, Aurora, Franklin Park, Glendale Heights and Addison; and neighborhoods throughout the city of Chicago.

Please, do not turn away. Witness the educators, administrators and childcare workers who are working overtime—arriving early and staying late—to ensure that students are safely cared for during the school day. Notice the factory workers, who despite the real fear of ICE abduction, continue to show up to do their essential jobs and keep our economy moving. Recognize the laborers who persist on job sites building integral infrastructure, or maybe even improving and repairing your own home. Observe the small business owners who open their doors even as the threat of ICE looms.

Do not turn away, take action. Join community members who have organized to keep watch, document stops, and support each other through fear and uncertainty. Donate to your local foodbank. Shop and eat at immigrant owned businesses and restaurants. And most importantly, spread truth. ICE is not in our community serving judicial criminal warrants. ICE is not detaining violent offenders. Instead, they are stripping away due process rights, profiling people simply based on the color of their skin, and forcing entire communities to live in fear. That does not keep our communities safe—we do. Please join us.

edited version published Chicago Sun-Times, 10/4/25

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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

Policy and Change

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Policy and Change

Thoughts and prayers? Two children were killed and at least 17 others injured when a gunman fired several rounds of bullets through the open windows of a Catholic church this morning. Thoughts and prayers have not and will not extinguish the gun lobby’s stranglehold on this country. We must stand up and pass real, comprehensive, nation-wide gun safety policies: a national assault weapon and high capacity magazine ban, and universal background checks.

Instead, we have a federal government defunding valuable and proven community violence intervention programs, and encouraging deregulation of firearms by eliminating the $200 tax stamp on suppressors, short-barreled rifles and shot guns. The steps taken by President Trump puts all of our communities at risk — we cannot stand by and watch as our federal gun safety policy buckles under the gun lobby’s pressure.

Here in Illinois we have taken the steps to keep our communities safe: from banning assault weapons and high capacity magazines in the Protect Illinois Communities Act, to keeping guns out of the hands of dangerous abusers in Karina’s Law, to mandating the safe storage of firearms when children are present in the Safe at Home Act. We are working every single day to save lives from gun violence. Make no mistake, there is more work to do. As the chair of the House Gun Violence Prevention Policy, I am committed to doing that work. 

We must value our children over our guns. We must commit to creating a world in which parents can drop their children off at school, at church, at playgrounds — without fear of gunfire. My heart breaks for the families who lost their precious babies today, and for the school community whose lives will be forever changed. We will honor their lives, not with thoughts and prayers alone, but with a commitment to action and change.

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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

Changing Behavior: How the Illinois Tollway’s “If Only” Campaign Aims to Save Lives

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Changing Behavior: How the Illinois Tollway’s “If Only” Campaign Aims to Save Lives

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New Campaign Highlights the Social Impact of Speeding Through Real Stories  

The Illinois Tollway has launched its “If Only” campaign to combat speed-related crashes and promote safer driving habits. The initiative underscores a simple but powerful message: speeding has consequences, so slow down and save lives. 

“Speeding and unsafe driving behaviors affect not just the driver but everyone around them – other drivers, passengers and first responders,” said Illinois Tollway Executive Director Cassaundra Rouse. “We’re calling on everyone to be part of the solution.”

Safe Driving Tips

  • Be aware of your speed and adjust it accordingly: Know how fast you’re going. Consider the number of vehicles on the road, the speed of other vehicles and road conditions.
  • Give space to speeding drivers: Speeding drivers may lose control of their vehicle more easily.
  • Obey speed limits: Speeding is linked to aggressive driving. It’s also illegal and expensive if you get a ticket.
  • Pay attention to other drivers: If a speeding driver is tailgating you, use judgment to safely steer away.
  • Leave extra time to travel: You never know how traffic hazards like crashes or weather conditions may impact your trip.

The “If Only” campaign is intended to evoke a sense of reflection, regret and personal responsibility through authentic and compelling perspectives of people who have been deeply impacted by speed-related crashes. The new campaign seeks to inspire drivers to reconsider their behaviors behind the wheel by focusing on the potential unintended consequences of speeding – not only for themselves but for those sharing the road with them. 

For more details on the “If Only” campaign and how to get involved, visit If-Only-Campain – Illinois Tollway

Cambiando comportamientos: cómo la campaña “Si Tan Solo” de la Autopista de Illinois busca salvar vidas

Nueva campaña destaca el impacto social del exceso de velocidad a través de historias reales

La Autopista de Illinois ha lanzado su campaña “Si Tan Solo” para combatir los accidentes relacionados con el exceso de velocidad y promover hábitos de conducción más seguros. La iniciativa transmite un mensaje simple pero poderoso: el exceso de velocidad tiene consecuencias, así que reduce la velocidad y salva vidas.

“El exceso de velocidad y los comportamientos de conducción inseguros no solo afectan al conductor, sino a todos los que lo rodean: otros conductores, pasajeros y los socorristas,” dijo Cassaundra Rouse, directora ejecutiva de la Autopista de Illinois. “Hacemos un llamado a todos para que formen parte de la solución.”

Consejos para una conducción segura

  • Sé consciente de tu velocidad y ajústala según las condiciones: Conoce a qué velocidad vas. Ten en cuenta la cantidad de vehículos, la velocidad del tráfico y el estado de la carretera.
  • Deja espacio a los conductores que van con exceso de velocidad: Pueden perder el control de su vehículo con mayor facilidad.
  • Respeta los límites de velocidad: El exceso de velocidad está relacionado con la conducción agresiva. También es ilegal y costoso si recibes una multa.
  • Presta atención a los demás conductores: Si alguien está manejando demasiado cerca de ti, utiliza tu juicio para alejarte de forma segura.
  • Sal con tiempo: Nunca sabes cómo un accidente o el clima pueden afectar tu viaje.

La campaña “Si Tan Solo” busca provocar reflexión, arrepentimiento y un sentido de responsabilidad personal a través de testimonios reales y conmovedores de personas que han sido profundamente impactadas por accidentes relacionados con el exceso de velocidad. Esta nueva campaña pretende inspirar a los conductores a replantearse sus comportamientos al volante, enfocándose en las posibles consecuencias no intencionadas del exceso de velocidad — no solo para ellos mismos, sino para todos los que comparten la vía.

Para más detalles sobre la campaña “Si Tan Solo” y cómo participar, visita: Campaña Si Tan Solo – Autopista de Illinois.

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

End of Session Town Hall

End of Session Town Hall

June 23, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm CDT

Join Representative Hirschauer for an end-of-session town hall on legislation, budget, community safety, and pressing topics of Illinois’ 49th District. Register with your topics of priority and your specific questions to ensure they are discussed that evening.

Registration is appreciated for in-person attendance, but required for virtual attendance. Zoom links will be sent the day of the event.

This event will be presented in English. Automated captions will be available in many languages via the virtual event. Automated translations may be inaccurate. If something seems alarming or out of context, please contact our office for clarification and we will consult an interpreter to facilitate understanding of your concerns and Rep Hirschauer’s response.

Acompañe a la Representante Hirschauer en una reunión pública a mitad de sesión sobre legislación, presupuesto, seguridad comunitaria y temas urgentes del Distrito 49 de Illinois. Inscríbase con sus temas prioritarios y sus preguntas específicas para asegurarse de que se aborden esa noche.

Se agradece el registro para la asistencia en persona, pero es obligatorio para la asistencia virtual. Los enlaces de Zoom se enviarán el mismo día del evento.

Este evento se presentará en inglés. Se ofrecerán subtítulos automáticos en varios idiomas durante el evento virtual. Las traducciones automáticas pueden ser inexactas. Si algo le resulta alarmante o fuera de contexto, comuníquese con nuestra oficina para obtener aclaraciones; consultaremos con un intérprete para ayudar a comprender sus inquietudes y la respuesta de la Rep. Hirschauer.

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Bartlett Public Library District

800 S. Bartlett Road
Bartlett, Illinois United States
60103
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Hirschauer Passes First-of-its-Kind Safe Gun Storage Bill

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Hirschauer Passes First-of-its-Kind Safe Gun Storage Bill

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Maura Hirschauer, D-Batavia, is fighting to keep guns out of the wrong hands, protect children from accidental shootings, and track lost and stolen firearms by passing a new ‘safe storage’ bill through the House and Senate.

“We’ve heard too many tragedies involving firearms that could have easily been prevented,” said Hirschauer. “I’m pleased that we’re moving forward with this legislation where I anticipate the governor will agree with its importance. Putting a law like this in our books means we’re taking the necessary steps to address the deadly implications of firearms not being properly stored and falling into the wrong hands.”

Hirschauer passed Senate Bill 8, known as the Safe Gun Storage Act, which will enhance gun storage safety and address stolen firearm requirements with the ultimate goal to prevent access to firearms by minors, at-risk individuals, and those prohibited from possessing them. The bill would require firearm owners to secure their weapons in a locked container, rendering them inaccessible and unusable to anyone except the owner or an authorized user.

Additional provisions in House Bill 850 will tighten lost and stolen gun reporting requirements.

“Commonsense gun safety and the rights of law-abiding gun owners are not mutually exclusive —in fact they are one and the same,” said Hirschauer. “This bill codifies the storage practices that most safe gun owners do instinctively. Making these best practices universal will help save lives.”

Senate Bill 8 passed out of the Senate chamber last month. Hirschauer successfully led the measure through the House Wednesday, where it now awaits the governor’s signature for final consideration.

“Commonsense gun safety and the rights of law-abiding gun owners are not mutually exclusive —in fact they are one and the same,” said Hirschauer. “This bill codifies the storage practices that most safe gun owners do instinctively. Making these best practices universal will help save lives.”

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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

Spring Town Hall

Spring Town Hall

April 15, 2025 @ 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm CDT

Join Representative Hirschauer for a mid-session town hall on legislation, budget, community safety, and pressing topics of Illinois’ 49th District. Register with your topics of priority and your specific questions to ensure they are discussed that evening.

Registration required below. Zoom links will be sent the day of the event.

This event will be presented in English with automated captions available in many languages. Automated translations may be inaccurate. If something seems alarming or out of context, please contact our office for clarification and we will consult an interpreter to facilitate understanding of your concerns and Rep Hirschauer’s response.

Acompañe a la Representante Hirschauer en una reunión pública a mitad de sesión sobre legislación, presupuesto, seguridad comunitaria y temas urgentes del Distrito 49 de Illinois. Inscríbase con sus temas prioritarios y sus preguntas específicas para asegurarse de que se aborden esa noche.

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State Representative Maura Hirschauer

331-465-9661

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Bartlett Public Library District

800 S. Bartlett Road
Bartlett, Illinois United States
60103
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