Eric Coleman
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| Eric Coleman | |
| Connecticut State Senate District 2 | |
| Incumbent | |
| Assumed office 1995 | |
| Current term ends 2010 | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Profession | Attorney |
| Website | Senate website |
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Eric Coleman (b. May 26, 1951) is a Democratic member of the Connecticut Senate, representing District 2.
Education
Coleman earned his BA from Columbia University in 1973. He went on to receive his JD from the University of Connecticut School of Law in 1977.
Professional experience
Coleman was an attorney for Hartford Neighborhood Legal Services Incorporated from 1977 to 1978. He then worked as an attorney for Connecticut Public Defender Services from 1978 to 1981. From 1981 to 1986 he was a Consultant for Aetna Life and Casualty. He has been a Private Practice Attorney since 1986.
Political experience
Coleman served in the Connecticut State House of Representatives from 1983 to 1994. In 1991 he was House Majority Whip. He then served as Deputy Speaker in 1993. He joined the Connecticut State Senate in 1995 and has served in that position since. He is currently Deputy President Pro Tempore, representing the 2nd district.
Committee membership
- Human Services Committee, Connecticut Senate
- Judiciary Committee, Connecticut Senate
- Planning and Development Committee, Connecticut Senate
- Public Health Committee, Connecticut Senate
Personal life
Coleman and his wife, Pamela, have six children.
External links
- Official Connecticut State Senate website of Senator Eric Coleman
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Eric Coleman
- Campaign Contributions: 2008 2006 2004 2002 2000 1998 1996
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