Natalie A. Manley is a Democratic member of the Illinois House of Representatives, serving Illinois' 98th District since January 2013. The district includes all or parts of Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Joliet, Plainfield, and Romeoville. Born in Blue Island, Illinois, she is a certified public accountant , local radio show co-host on WJOL, and active community volunteer with organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters of Will and Grundy Counties, HUGS of Shorewood, NAMI Will Grundy, and former board member of CASA of Will County. She is married with one daughter. Notable achievements include chairing the Health Care Availability & Accessibility Committee, leading efforts to regulate pharmacy benefit managers to lower prescription drug prices, and advocating for social services to protect vulnerable citizens. She serves on committees like International Relations, Tourism and Trade.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: A.A. in Arts from Joliet Junior College; B.A. in Business Administration from University of St. Francis; M.A. in Organizational Leadership-Public Administration from Lewis University.
• Professional Background: Worked overnight shifts commuting from Frankfort to Chicago as a single mother, then became an accountant and CPA at a firm in Joliet.
• Political Experience: Elected in 2012 by over 10,000 votes; re-elected through the 104th General Assembly, focusing on compassionate legislation for families.