David Dutremble Explained

David Dutremble
State Senate:Maine
State:Maine
District:4th
Term Start:2012
Term End:2016
Preceded:Nancy Sullivan
Succeeded:Susan Deschambault
Spouse:Charlene Dutremble
Profession:Firefighter and electrician
Party:Democratic

David E. Dutremble is an American politician and firefighter from Maine.[1] Dutremble is a Democratic State Senator from Maine's 4th District, representing part of York County, including the city of Biddeford and the neighboring towns of Kennebunkport, Arundel and Kennebunk. In 2012, he beat Independent James Booth to become State Senator, replacing fellow Democrat Nancy Sullivan, who was unable to seek re-election due to term limits. In 2012, Dutremble was named chair of the Inland Fisheries and Wildlife committee.[2]

He resigned his seat on January 27, 2016, after already having said he would not seek reelection. He stated that he wished to focus on treatment for alcohol abuse.[3]

Personal

Dutremble is a Lieutenant Firefighter and EMT with the Biddeford Fire Department as well as a Limited Master Electrician in housewiring. He attended York County Community College for licensure.[4] Dutremble is the cousin of Dennis L. Dutremble, who served 8 terms in the Maine Legislature, including a term as State Senate President.

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Senator David Dutremble Biography - Project Vote Smart. Project Vote Smart. 9 February 2013.
  2. Web site: The Maine Senate - 04 - Dutremble. 9 February 2013.
  3. News: Sen. Dutremble to resign from Senate to recover from alcohol abuse . WCSH-TV. 27 January 2016.
  4. News: Maine Senate District 4 candidate: David E. Dutremble . The Portsmouth Herald. 9 February 2013.