Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez
Democratic · Illinois · 2026 · IncumbentRunning for Illinois House District 2, Illinois
Top priorities
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- Fair wages and workplace protections
- Increased public school funding
- Expanded health care access and reproductive care
Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez is the Democratic candidate for Illinois House District 2 on the November 3, 2026 ballot, per the State Board of Elections' certified candidate list. Elizabeth "Lisa" Hernandez is the sitting member, per the General Assembly's roster. Hernandez is a full-time state legislator who has served as Deputy Majority Leader since 2007, per her ilga.gov legislative profile. She previously worked as a Senior Policy Advisor to Lt. Governor Patrick Quinn and spent 17 years with Cicero Public Schools. She holds degrees from Morton College and Northeastern University and is active with Cicero-area youth and children's services organizations.
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