Personal Biography
Dan Veilleux grew up in the Central Maine towns of Winslow and Clinton. He attended the University of Maine in Orono, where he earned a BA in Political Science and a Master's Degree in Public Administration with a concentration in public finance. His professional background includes experience in both the public and private sectors. He worked as an accountant for the US Senate Sergeant at Arms office in Washington, D.C., and later in economic development, helping to form public-private partnerships to promote state economic interests. He also held additional positions in the private sector, including financial, managerial accounting, and operations management.
Local Government Involvement
Member of the Souhegan Cooperative School Board Member of the Souhegan Regional Landfill District Member of the Amherst Bicycle Pedestrian Committee
State representatives serve in their state's lower legislative chamber. Responsibilities include drafting and voting on state laws, representing their district's interests in the state capitol, serving on state committees, and shaping the state budget. State legislation covers areas like education, healthcare, transportation, criminal justice, and local taxation that directly affect residents' daily lives.