Yolonda Morris

Yolonda Morris is an American healthcare professional and politician serving as a member of the Illinois House of Representatives for the 9th district, having first been appointed to the seat in 2023. Before entering the House, she worked as a nursing assistant and an organizer with the Service Employees International Union. Morris introduced a bill in 2026 to improve healthcare access and workplace protections for people experiencing menopause.

Career

Morris has worked as a nursing assistant and an organiser with the Service Employees International Union. She worked in the healthcare industry for over two decades before becoming a state legislator. Also in 2026, she sponsored a bill to allow rideshare drivers within the state to unionize.

Morris has referred to herself as a "strong advocate for equitable housing access" and condemned discrimination by landlords against low-income tenants. She supports banning hidden move-in fees to "rein in" the cost of housing and make it more affordable.