M. Teresa Paiva-Weed

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M. Teresa Paiva-Weed
Rhode Island State Senate District 13
Incumbent
Assumed office 1992
Current term ends 2010
Political party	Democratic
Profession	Attorney
Website	Senate website

M. Teresa Paiva-Weed (b. November 5, 1959) has been a Democratic member of the Rhode Island Senate since 1992, representing the 13th district. She is currently the President of the Senate.

Education

Paiva-Weed earned her BA from Providence College in 1981. She went on to receive her JD from Catholic University in 1984.

Professional experience

Paiva-Weed is an attorney.

Political experience

Paiva-Weed joined the Rhode Island State Senate in 1992. She is the former Senate Majority Leader and currently serves as Senate President. She represents the 13th district.

Personal life

Paiva-Weed has a husband, Mark.

External links

• Sen. Paiva-Weed's Rhode Island Senate website
• Profile from Project Vote Smart
• Campaign Contributions: 2008, 2006, 2004, 2002, 1996, 1994

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