About Senator Bill Diamond

Senator Bill Diamond has lived in Windham for over 30 years. During that time, he has had a very distinguished career in public service and in his professional career.

From 1989 to 1997, Diamond served as Maine Secretary of State. However, prior to his tenure as Secretary of State, Diamond served for three terms in the Maine House of Representatives. In addition to his service in the House, Bill also served two terms in the Maine State Senate.

For more than 20 years, Bill Diamond has also been a small business owner. He was also a teacher and principal in the Windham school system for 18 years. In addition to teaching, Diamond served as the interim superintendent of schools for Raymond.

Diamond also served as a well-respected advocate and lobbyist for eight years, and was Director of Governmental Relations for the Elan Corporation. Diamond has been married to his wife for Jane for 38 years and they are the proud parents of two adult daughters and five grandchildren.

Senator Bill Diamond is currently the Senate Chair of the Joint Standing Committee on Criminal Justice and a member of the Transportation Committee.