Career
Slavens represented the 21st House District, which includes Canton Township, Belleville and Van Buren Township. She served on the Families, Children and Seniors Committee and the Military and Veterans Affairs Committee. Her priorities included school funding, government efficiency, and encouraging residents to buy local, Michigan-based products.
In 2014, Slavens ran for a seat in the Michigan Senate in 7th District, losing to Republican Senator Patrick Colbeck.