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James SeveneyJames Seveney is a politician from Rhode Island. He is a state senator representing the Bristol, Portsmouth, and Tiverton area, which is the 11th district. He is a member of the Democratic Party. Early lifeSeveney was born in Rhode Island. He attended Rhode Island College for his bachelor's degree and Naval Postgraduate School for his master's degree.[1] Seveney's father, Gardner "Scuppy" Seveney, served in the Rhode Island Senate from 1978 to 1986.[2] Seveney was a naval officer for 21 years. He specialized in aerospace engineering and defense systems acquisition.[1] Following his naval career, Seveney worked as a defense consultant.[2] Political careerSeveney served on the Portsmouth School Committee from 2000 to 2004. In 2004 he ran for Portsmouth Town Council, serving as both the council president and vice-president.[2] He won serving until 2016, where he announced his campaign for Rhode Island State Senate. He has been serving in the state legislature since 2016.[1] In the legislature, Seveney has been active on substance abuse-related issues, especially involving educating young people.[3] In 2019, Seveney proposed a $300 fine for those pulled over for driving under the influence and refuse to take a Breathalyzer test.[4] Seveney has also advocated for more funding toward mental health and suicide prevention, especially with veteran populations.[3] Personal lifeSeveney has been married to his wife Val for over 40 years.[2] The two met while both were students at Rhode Island College.[2] They have two children.[1] References
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