Walter Riseman | |
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Member of the MaineHouseofRepresentatives from the 83rd district | |
Assumed office December 7, 2022 | |
Preceded by | Thomas Harnett |
Personal details | |
Born | Norwood,Massachusetts |
Political party | Independent |
Residence | Harrison,Maine |
Education | Babson College |
Walter Riseman is an American politician who has served as a member of the Maine House of Representatives since December 7,2022. [1] He represents Maine's 83rd House district. [2]
He did not seek re-election in 2024,choosing to retire instead.
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