Senate District 27
Jill Duson
Senate District 27
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Sen. Jill Duson shares her 2024 Annual Legislative Update with Senate District 27
In September, Sen. Jill Duson, D-Portland, shared her 2024 Annual Legislative Update with constituents in Senate District 27, which includes part of Westbrook and part of Portland. In addition to sharing the 2024 Annual Legislative Update, Sen. Duson is providing an opportunity for constituents...
Sen. Duson tours Portland’s historic Victoria Mansion
AUGUSTA – On June 25, Sen. Jill Duson, D-Portland, was welcomed by staff of the historic Victoria Mansion in Portland’s West End neighborhood. Sen. Duson toured the building and learned of the preservation and educational efforts taken by the team as well as community events bringing history...
A child of the Civil Rights movement, Sen. Jill Duson was inspired by the activism of her mother and empowered local parents who protested and demonstrated for over two years to achieve court-ordered desegregation of schools in her hometown.
A steadfast leader in the City of Portland, Sen. Duson served as a member and Chair of the School Committee prior to serving over 19 years as an At-Large City Councilor, including two terms as appointed Mayor. As an elected municipal official, Sen. Duson fought for resources to support schools, while at the same time holding school leaders accountable for creating a quality system where all students can learn and thrive. Sen. Duson focused on ensuring safe, affordable, and accessible housing options in Portland that match the diverse needs of those who live and work in the city.
The Senator is a retired attorney and a Maine State Retiree. Her most recent state service included Director of the Bureau of Rehabilitation Services and Director of Compliance for the Maine Human Rights Commission.
Sen. Duson recognizes that those who came before her fought to open doors; she has dedicated a lifetime to serving our community and holding doors open for today’s students, families, emerging activists, and leaders. She is committed to paying the fight forward.
Sen. Duson is the first black woman to serve in the Maine Senate. She represents part of Portland and Westbrook.