Mattie Hunter
Profile
Mattie Hunter is an American politician serving as a member of the Illinois Senate, representing the 3rd district since 2003. A native of Chicago, she holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government from Monmouth College and a master's degree in Sociology from Jackson State University. Before her legislative career, she worked extensively in human resources and health services, including a tenure as managing director of the Center for Health and Human Services in Johannesburg, South Africa. In the Senate, Hunter has focused on health policy, behavioral health, and criminal justice reform, holding leadership roles such as Senate majority caucus whip and chair of the Appropriations – Criminal Justice Committee.
Details
- Born
- June 1, 1954 · 72 years old
- Birth place
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Education
- Monmouth College (BA in Government); Jackson State University (MA in Sociology)
- Career
- Managing director of the Center for Health and Human Services; certified alcohol and drug counselor; HR professional at Human Resources Development Institute, Inc.
