Vandana Slatter

Vandana Slatter (born 1964) is a Canadian-American politician, pharmacist, and scientist serving as a member of the Washington State Senate from the 48th district.

Slatter was born in Vanderhoof, British Columbia, the daughter of Indian immigrants.

[2] 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.

[5][6] She was appointed to the Washington Senate on January 7, 2025, to fill the seat vacated by Kuderer following her election as Insurance Commissioner.

[4] After earning her bachelor's degree, Slatter and her husband moved to Michigan.