representative manley in the news

JOLIET, Ill. – State Representative Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, hosted the inaugural meeting of the bicameral, bipartisan Illinois Legislative Neurodiversity Caucus (ILNC) Monday -- the first of its kind in Illinois history. Over 90 legislators from across the state and community leaders participated. Additionally, Joliet Junior College President Clyne Namuo spoke from an auditorium filled with an additional 75 educators and students during the caucus via Zoom. Senator Meg Lo

JOLIET, Ill. – A new climate-smart law will provide Illinoisans immediate and long-term utility bill relief by bringing down energy costs, thanks to legislation supported by state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet. Gov. JB Printzker signed the bill into law at Joliet Junior College Thursday. “This energy package is about making everyday life more affordable for Illinois families. With energy prices higher than ever, no one should have to choose between heat or groceries,” said Re

CREST HILL, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, hosted a senior fraud seminar for the residents of Carillon Lakes, a senior living community in Crest Hill. The seminar was co-hosted by state Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, and a featured guest speaker from the Illinois Attorney General’s office. Norman “Skip” Gonsoulin explained the latest fraud threats posed to seniors and how to avoid falling victim. He touched on identity theft, health care, civil rights, v

JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, kicked off the holiday season by joining Joliet’s annual Light Up the Holidays event Friday. This year’s event included a North Pole Market, a North Pole Park, horse-drawn carriage rides, parade and fireworks. Hosted by Joliet City Center Partnership, the event was held downtown Joliet. “Every year, this is a beautiful night and a great way to bring the holiday spirit to Joliet and Will County,” Manley said. “There is so m

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. - Illinois has reached its 10th credit rating upgrade since 2021, and with the 2026 budget set to increase fiscal progress, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, proudly remains committed to fiscal transparency and responsibility. “Not very long ago, our state was being mismanaged by former Gov. Bruce Rauner. After a devastating 700 days plus without a budget, our state’s credit rating was on the edge of junk status and that meant higher costs for taxpayers

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – As more and more Illinoisans face rising energy costs and strapped budgets, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, supported a series of bills during the last week of fall session aimed to alleviate egregious utility bill costs and expand a property tax relief program for older adults on fixed incomes. “The uncertainty coming out of Washington is having a direct impact on our residents here in Illinois. While the current administration attempts to get it tog

JOLIET, Ill. – Working to combat firearm tragedies and illegal gun trafficking, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, was recently awarded an ‘A’ rating from the Gun Violence Prevention Action Committee (GPAC) for her support on a series of advancements in public safety and preventative violence. “I’m honored to be recognized for my support in this critical space. We all share the same goal—keeping guns out of the wrong hands and getting senseless violence off our streets,” sa

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – A Certified Public Accountant, state Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, served on the state’s Legislative Audit Commission (LAC). Rep. Manley – who has been working in the accounting field for nearly three decades, joins a select group of legislators to lead public hearings on major audits of state agencies to review performance, correct outstanding issues and ensure public dollars are being spent appropriately for Illinois residents. “Transparency and eff

JOLIET, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, congratulates Joliet Junior College’s student-led Disability Awareness Club for hosting an event highlighting the experiences of students with disabilities. The annual event, “Disability Awareness Day,” is organized by JJC students within the club. “JJC students and staff should be praised for their constant effort of inclusion and awareness for people with all forms of physical and mental disabilities,” Rep. Manley said.

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Natalie Manley, D-Joliet, hosted over 100 legislators and community leaders at the Illinois Legislative Neurodiversity Caucus (ILNC) Celebration Reception, debuting the first of its kind bicameral, bipartisan caucus. Senator Meg Loughran Cappel, D-Shorewood, co-chairs the caucus with Rep. Manley. “The overwhelming support from House and Senate members on both sides of the aisle is a testament to our commitment to helping the neurodivergent in I