Mike Kushmerek
Michael Kushmerek | |
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| Member of the Massachusetts House of Representatives from the 3rd Worcester district | |
| Assumed office January 3, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Stephan Hay |
| Member of the Fitchburg City Council | |
| In office 2014–2021 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | 1986 (age 38–39) Massachusetts |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Fitchburg, Massachusetts |
| Alma mater | Fitchburg State University |
| Website | www |
Michael P. Kushmerek (born 1986) is an American politician in Fitchburg, Massachusetts representing 3rd Worcester District (Fitchburg) in the Massachusetts state house of representatives.[1][2]
Early life
Kushmerek grew up in Saugus, attended Fitchburg State University, where he received a bachelor's degree in history and political science in 2008 and a master's degree in history in 2013.[3]
Political career
Kushmerek was elected ward 4 representative in the Fitchburg City council in 2014, in 2016 He was elected city council president, in 2019 he was elected councilor at large.[3]
In 2020, Kushmerek was elected to represent the 3rd Worcester District (Fitchburg and Lunenburg, Precinct B) in the Massachusetts House of Representatives to succeed fellow Democrat Stephan Hay, defeating Republican Glenn Fossa. He was sworn in on January 6, 2021.[4][5]
Committee Assignments
For the 2025-26 Session, Kushmerek sits on the following committees in the House:[6]
- Vice Chair, Joint Committee on Telecommunications, Utilities and Energy
- Joint Committee on Economic Development and Emerging Technologies
- Joint Committee on Education
For the 2023-24 Session, Kushmerek sat on the following committees in the House:
- Vice Chair, Joint Committee on Tourism, Arts and Cultural Development
- House Committee on Human Resources and Employee Engagement
- Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery
- Joint Committee on Public Service
For the 2021-22 Session, Kushmerek sat on the following committees in the House:
- House Committee on Human Resources and Employee Engagement
- Joint Committee on Community Development and Small Businesses
- Joint Committee on Mental Health, Substance Use and Recovery
- Joint Committee on Public Service
Commissions
Kushmerek is involved in the following commissions:[7]
- Special Commission to Promote Equity in Agriculture
- Special Commission on the Built Environment and the Next Economy
Personal life
Kushmerek is married to Carissa (Scottfenton) Kushmerek. Before his election, he worked as a director at Northeastern University, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, and Fitchburg State University.[8]
See also
References
- ^ Representative Michael P. Kushmerek
- ^ "Michael Kushmerek, Fitchburg Democrat, captures open House seat". Worcester Telegram. Retrieved February 10, 2021.
- ^ a b Representative Michael P. Kushmerek
- ^ Cronin, Kushmerek emerge victorious after final Fitchburg votes counted Friday night
- ^ Murray, Stephanie. "NEW SESSION begins on BEACON HILL — FURLOUGHS hit MBTA staff — NEW VIRUS STRAIN likely in Mass". POLITICO. Retrieved February 10, 2021.
- ^ "Representative Michael P. Kushmerek". malegislature.gov. Retrieved July 21, 2025.
- ^ "Representative Michael P. Kushmerek". malegislature.gov. Retrieved July 21, 2025.
- ^ "ABOUT MIKE | Mike Kushmerek Candidate State Representative".