Donald Humason, Jr.
| Donald Humason, Jr. | |
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| Member of the Massachusetts Senate from the 2nd Hampden and Hampshire district |
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Assumed office November 20, 2013 |
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| 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 |
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| Preceded by | Cele Hahn |
| Succeeded by | John Velis |
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July 31, 1967 Westfield, Massachusetts |
| 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.
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.
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%. 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.
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.
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