Rep. Justin Slaughter
(D-Chicago)
27th District
Springfield Office:
249-E 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-Supported Law Ends University Admission Standardized Test Score Requirements
CHICAGO – To promote diversity and inclusion at Illinois colleges, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that will prohibit Illinois’ public colleges and universities from requiring applicants to submit ACT and SAT test scores in the application process.
Slaughter-Backed Measure Address Insurance Coverage for Telehealth Services
CHICAGO –To ensure that Illinoisans can access affordable remote healthcare services, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that will require insurance companies to provide policyholders coverage for telehealth services at a level equal to in-person services.
Slaughter Measure Creates Resentencing Task Force to Rein In Illinois’ Growing Prison Population
CHICAGO – To reduce Illinois’ ever-growing prison expenditures and advance the interests of justice, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently championed legislation that will create a statewide task force on resentencing which will look for ways to safely reduce Illinois’ prison population.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation Allows Electronic Wills
CHICAGO –To allow technology a bigger role in estate planning and address public health concerns during the ongoing pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported legislation that will legalize electronic wills that were signed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Slaughter-Backed Bill Mandates Instruction on Asian American History in Illinois Schools
CHICAGO – A new law supported by state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, will require every public K-12 school in Illinois to provide students instruction on the contributions of Asian Americans.
Slaughter Bill Prohibiting the Use of Deceptive Tactics on Minors in Interrogations Becomes Law
CHICAGO – To enhance Illinois’ commitment to social justice and fair treatment under state law, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently championed legislation that prevents law enforcement from using deceptive practices during interrogations with minors.
Slaughter Partners With CAPs for a Workforce Development Workshop
CHICAGO – State Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, last week partnered with Community Assistance Programs (CAPs) to host a community job readiness and workforce development workshop aimed at helping residents secure jobs.
Slaughter-Backed Bill Enhances Anti-Discrimination and Equal Pay Laws
CHICAGO – To support Illinois’ commitment to diversity and equality in workplaces across the state and ensure all employees receive a fair wage, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently voted to pass legislation that strengthens Illinois’ existing equal pay laws.
Human Trafficking Survivors Can Receive Public Benefits Under Slaughter-Backed Law
CHICAGO – To uplift and support survivors of human trafficking and related crimes, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported a new law that will allow survivors to apply for and receive public benefits.
Slaughter-Backed Legislation Allowing Remote Employment Applications for Minors Becomes Law
CHICAGO – To help working families and youth struggling financially during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, state Rep. Justin Slaughter, D-Chicago, recently supported a new state law that allows minors to apply for and receive employment certificates online.