Representative Manning has been married to her high school sweetheart for over 35 years. Both she and Amar graduated from Marietta High School before going elsewhere to earn their degrees. Judy attended the University of Georgia, earning a Bachelor’s degree in Education and later attended graduate school and studied International Law. Amar attended Presbyterian College, graduating Magna Cum Laude for Math Studies and later earning his Master’s Degree in Business from Georgia State University. The couple now own Manning Properties, a real estate firm.

Representative Manning is the mother of two wonderful children, Henry Amar III, and Elizabeth. Henry works as an appraiser and attended both Duke University and the University of Michigan. He also has 3 children, a son, Henry Amar IV and twin daughters Alice and Hannah. Elizabeth Manning attended Kennesaw State University. The Mannings also have a Jack Russell Terrier named Lady Dog. Judy and Amar are devout members of the First Presbyterian Church.

The belief that she could make a difference to her constituents is what led Representative Manning to run for political office. In addition to her legislative service, Judy has also served as Chair of the Cobb County Republican Women’s Club and served in different offices for the Women’s Legislative Caucus. She is also a two time recipient of the Legislator of the Year award. During the Reagan administration, she was able to attend the National Prayer Breakfast in Washington D.C., which she considers one of the most significant events of her life.