Vandana Slatter

Vandana Slatter is a Canadian-American politician, pharmacist, and scientist serving as a member of the Washington State Senate from the 48th district.

Early life and education

Slatter was born in Vanderhoof, British Columbia, the daughter of Indian immigrants. Her father is a doctor.
Slatter earned a Bachelor of Science degree in pharmacy from the University of British Columbia, Doctor of Pharmacy from the University of Washington, and Master of Public Administration from the Evans School of Public Policy and Governance. While studying for her master's degree, Slatter worked in the office of U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell.

Career

Slatter worked as a clinical pharmacist for Amgen. Slatter served on the city council of Bellevue, Washington. After Patty Kuderer was chosen to succeed Cyrus Habib, who had been elected Lieutenant Governor of Washington, in the Washington Senate, Slatter was chosen to succeed Kuderer in the Washington House. She was appointed to the Washington Senate on January 7, 2025, to fill the seat vacated by Kuderer following her election as Insurance Commissioner.

Personal life

Slatter and her husband, Greg, have one son. After earning her bachelor's degree, Slatter and her husband moved to Michigan. Slatter became a U.S. citizen in 2001.