CHICAGO – To provide Cook County seniors with easier access to needed property tax relief, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is supporting legislation that would eliminate a provision that requires local seniors to reapply annually for tax exemptions.“Seniors in...
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently visited the Maple Morgan Park Food Pantry to discuss ongoing efforts to provide food to local families and individuals struggling with hunger. “I am grateful for the opportunity to meet some of the dedicated...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that would require the Illinois Department of Corrections (IDOC) to provide individuals being released from prison with information about their voting rights.“There is a common...
CHICAGO – To help provide college students with better access to mental health resources, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation to require colleges and universities to develop support systems for students experiencing mental health...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging teens and young adults to apply for summer jobs and internships through One Summer Chicago (OSC).“OSC provides great opportunities for our youth to explore their interests and gain valuable...
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – In response to the increasing number of hate crimes, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, backed legislation to increase penalties for violent crimes committed in places of worship. “Churches, temples, mosques, and other places of worship should...