Donald Humason, Jr.
| Donald Humason, Jr. | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Massachusetts Senate from the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire district | |
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Assumed office November 20, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Michael Knapik |
| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 4th Hampden district | |
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In office 2003 – November 20, 2013 | |
| Preceded by | Cele Hahn |
| Succeeded by | John Velis |
| Personal details | |
| Born |
July 31, 1967 Westfield, Massachusetts[1] |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse(s) | Janice Humason (m. 2006) |
| Children | Quinn (b. 2011) |
| Residence | Westfield, Massachusetts |
| Alma mater | Westfield State College (B.S.) |
| Occupation | Politician |
| Religion | Christianity |
| Website |
Massachusetts Legislature website Campaign website |
Donald F. "Don" Humason, Jr. (born July 31, 1967) is an American politician who represents the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire District in the Massachusetts Senate. He previously served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives representing the 4th Hampden District.[2]
Massachusetts House of Representatives (2003–2013)
In his first bid for public office, Humason was elected on November 5, 2002 with 63% of the vote and was re-elected in 2004, 2006, 2008, 2010, and 2012. He resigned on November 20, 2013 after he was elected to the State Senate.
Committee assignments
- 186th General Court (2009–2011)
- Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Joint Committee on Higher Education
- Joint Committee on Public Health
- Joint Committee on Transportation
- Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
- 187th General Court (2011–2013)
- Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Joint Committee on Rules
- Committee on Rules
- 188th General Court (2013–2015)
- Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
- 189th General Court (2015–2017)
- Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
- Joint Committee on Public Service
- Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
- Joint Committee on Ways and Means
- Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
- Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets
- Committee on Ways and Means
- Special Committee to Improve Government
Massachusetts Senate (2013–present)
2013 special election
On August 9, 2013, incumbent State Senator Michael Knapik resigned to become Executive Director of Advancement at Westfield State University. Humason defeated Michael Franco in the Republican primary on October 8 and defeated Democratic opponent David K. Bartley 53%-47%.[3][4] A few weeks later, Humason was named as the new Senate Minority Whip by Senate Minority Leader Bruce Tarr. As Minority Whip, Humason will coordinate votes within the Senate Republican Caucus and assist the Minority Leader in developing policy.[5]
Towns represented
In Hampden County: Chicopee (Ward 7 - Precinct A and B, Ward 8 - Precinct A, Ward 9 - Precinct A), Holyoke, Westfield, Agawam, Granville, Montgomery, Russell, Southwick and Tolland.
In Hampshire County: Easthampton and Southampton.
Committee assignments
- Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
- Joint Committee on Consumer Protection and Professional Licensure
- Joint Committee on Public Health
- Joint Committee on Public Service
- Joint Committee on Revenue
- Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
- Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
- Joint Committee on Ways and Means
- Committee on Ways and Means
- Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets
- 189th General Court (2015–2017)
- Joint Committee on Children, Families and Persons with Disabilities
- Joint Committee on Education
- Joint Committee on Public Service
- Joint Committee on Veterans and Federal Affairs
- Committee on Intergovernmental Affairs
- Committee on Bonding, Capital Expenditures and State Assets
- Committee on Ways and Means
Appointments
Electoral history
| Election results | ||||||||||||
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| Year | Office | Election | Subject | Party | Votes | % | Opponent | Party | Votes | % | ||
| 2002 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 8,250 | 63.0% | Bo Sullivan | Democratic | 4,827 | 36.9% | ||
| 2004 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 13,720 | 99.1% | ||||||
| 2006 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 9,925 | 98.9% | ||||||
| 2008 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 11,521 | 69.3% | Brian R. Hoose | Democratic | 5,080 | 30.6% | ||
| 2010 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 10,286 | 99.3% | ||||||
| 2012 | State Representative | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 14,732 | 99.2% | ||||||
| 2013 | State Senator | Special | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 18,128 | 52.6% | David K. Bartley | Democratic | 16,314 | 47.4% | ||
| 2014 | State Senator | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | 27,817 | 54.3% | Patrick T. Leahy | Democratic | 21,275 | 41.6% | ||
| 2016 | State Senator | General | Donald F. Humason, Jr. | Republican | J.D. Parker-O'Grady | Democratic | ||||||
References
- ↑ 2007–2008 Public Officers of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
- ↑ Massachusetts Legislature profile
- ↑ Lederman, Diane. "State Senate candidates Donald Humason and David Bartley move ahead with campaigns following Tuesday primaries". The Republican. Retrieved October 9, 2013.
- ↑ Rizzuto, Robert. "Republican Don Humason wins 2nd Hampden Hampshire District Senate seat". The Republican. Retrieved November 5, 2013.
- ↑ Kriger, Barry. "Humason promoted to new leadership position". Retrieved December 6, 2013.
- ↑ Kriger, Barry. "Humason promoted to new leadership position". Retrieved December 6, 2013.
- ↑ Trowbridge, Ryan. "Sen. Don Humason Appointed to Military & Security Task Force". Retrieved September 16, 2014.
External links
- Senator Donald F. Humason, Jr. official Massachusetts legislative website
- Campaign website
- Biography, voting record, and interest group ratings at Project Vote Smart