Rich has a long history of community service and dedication, which include-

Former Chairman of the PORTA Community School District’s Citizen Advisory Board

Former Honorary Chairperson of Habitat for Humanities

Past President of the Family Farms Cooperative

Past President and member of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Pork Producers

Former Member of the National Pork Producers Board of Directors.

Former Member of the Board of Directors of the Sangamon/Menard County Crimestoppers

Past President and member of the Board of Directors of the Menard County Farm Bureau

Past Treasurer of the Menard County and Illinois Water Quality Associations

Former Member of Congressman Bob Michael’s Agricultural Advisory Committee

Former Member of the Governor’s Agricultural Transaction Team

Former Member of the Oakford Town Board

Former Volunteer for the Oakford Fire Department

Past President and member of the Livestock Growers Cooperative

Past Vice-President and member of the Board of Directors of Menard Service Company

Former Co-Owner of George Warburton’s Restaurant

Rich married in 1981 to Nesa L. Brauer, formerly Nesa Lynn of Easton, Illinois. Rich and Nesa have two daughters, Ashleigh and Whitney.

Rep Brauer was first elected in November 2002 and took the oath of office January 8, 2003. He is currently serving his third term as State Representative of the 100th District.

Legislative Committee Assignments- Financial Institutions; Registration & Regulation; Appropriations-General Service; Appropriations-Higher Education; Personnel & Pensions; Pension Funds Management; Drivers Education & Safety (Republican Spokesperson); Transportation & Motor Vehicles.