Rep. Justin Slaughter
27th District
266-S Stratton Office Building
Springfield, IL 62706
(217) 782-0010
(217) 782-1795 FAX
1234 W. 95th St.
Chicago 60643
773-445-9700
B.A. in political science, University of Chicago; Master’s of Public Policy and Administration, Northwestern University; member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. and served on the executive board of his local chapter’s foundation. A native Chicagoan, Slaughter grew up on the South Side in the Washington Heights community where he currently still resides
Slaughter Promotes Resources for Businesses Impacted by Civil Unrest
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting a new economic recovery plan that will provide $25 million to businesses that suffered damages due to the civil unrest following the death of George Floyd.
Slaughter Calls for Economic Recovery Plan for the Black Community
CHICAGO – To help Illinois’ Black communities recover from damages inflicted by looting and widespread violence in the wake of the death of George Floyd, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is calling on both the Illinois General Assembly and U. S. Congress to create a plan that will invest in these communities.
Slaughter Backs Balanced Budget, COVID-19 Relief Measures
SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – At the conclusion of this spring’s special session, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, issued the following statement:
Slaughter Highlights Pandemic EBT Benefits for Families Affected by COVID-19
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting the Illinois Department of Human Services’ (IDHS) recent announcement of Pandemic Electronic Balance Transfer (P-EBT) benefits, which will provide families with school-aged children who qualify for free or reduced price school meals with extra money to buy food during the pandemic.
Slaughter Promotes Utility Bill Assistance for Working Families Affected by COVID-19
CHICAGO –State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is promoting the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to support families in need during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Slaughter Promotes Illinois Student Board of Education’s Student Advisory Council during COVID-19
CHICAGO – To ensure our youth have a seat at the table, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is promoting the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) Student Advisory Council for Illinois high school students during the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Slaughter Encourages Local Students to Apply for Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation Scholarship
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging students who are interested in seeking higher education to apply for the Illinois Legislative Black Caucus Foundation (ILBCF) Scholarship.
Slaughter Highlights Stay at Home Order Extension to May 30
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is highlighting Gov. J.B. Pritzker’s recent executive order extending Illinois’ mandatory stay at home order through the end of May to slow the spread of COVID-19.
Slaughter Highlights Drive-Up Wi-Fi Hotspot Map for Students
CHICAGO – To ensure that Illinois students have reliable access to a stable internet connection during the COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging families to use the recently released Wi-Fi Hotspot Map to find free wireless internet hotspot locations near them.
Slaughter Encourages Residents to Donate Food and Essential Items to Local Food Pantries
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, is encouraging local residents to help ensure their neighbors have access to food and other essential items by donating non-perishable food and hygiene products to the local food pantry at Redeeming Grace Church.