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Bill Cadman
Bill Cadman (b. October 4, 1960) is a former Republican member of the Colorado State Senate, representing District 12 from 2007 to 2017. He was first appointed to the chamber on December 11, 2007. Cadman served as president of the Senate from 2015 to 2017, and previously served as Senate minority leader and Senate assistant minority leader.
Cadman did not seek re-election to the Colorado State Senate in 2016 because he was term-limited.
Cadman served in the Colorado House of Representatives from 2000 to 2007. In 2007 he was House Minority Caucus Chair. He was a Board Member for the Colorado Republican Party from 1996 to 1998.
Biography
Cadman earned his B.A. from California State University in 1989. His professional experience includes working as Marketing Director of Manufacturing from 1990 to 1992, Development Director for Lifeskills of Colorado Springs from 1992 to 1994 and Office Manager for United States Representative Joel Hefley from 1994 to 2000.
Committee assignments
2015 legislative session
At the beginning of the 2015 legislative session, Cadman served on the following committees:
| Colorado committee assignments, 2015 |
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| • Executive, Chair |
| • Legislative Council, Chair |
2013-2014
At the beginning of the 2013 legislative session, Cadman served on the following committees:
| Colorado committee assignments, 2013 |
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| • Executive |
| • Legislative Council |
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Cadman served on these committees:
| Colorado committee assignments, 2011 |
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| • Legislative Council |
| • Local Government |
| • State, Veterans, and Military Affairs |
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Cadman served on these committees:
| Colorado committee assignments, 2009 |
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| • Local Government |
| • State, Veterans & Military Affairs |
Issues
Wildfire relief
Cadman, along with State Senate President Morgan Carroll, supported an aerial firefighting fleet that would contain Colorado wildfires within an hour of being spotted, a proposal that cost roughly $20 million. A report from the Colorado Division of Fire Prevention and Control declared that the fleet would save the state money as well as protect homes and lives from wildfires. "It’s not just a win for Colorado for our security," Cadman said in an interview. "It’s a win for the 44 million people who drink water that starts with snowflakes in Colorado." The fleet was funded by a rebounding economy that put more money in the state's 2015 budget.[1]
Jerry's kids bill
Jeanne Nicholson sponsored a bill in the 2011 session to give right of way throughout Colorado to police officers and firefighters who approach passing motorists for Jerry's Kids on Labor Day weekend.
Senate bill 270, approved by the Senate Local Government Committee, clarifies when and where public-safety personnel, such as firefighters, can solicit funds from motorists. Local governments would be required to approve permit applications submitted by firefighters to do their fundraising on roadways.
Nicholson contends her bill is really about public safety.
“As long as we can say when and where—this bill protects firefighters and others by law,” said Nicholson. “Because they are professionals, they are aware of the public-safety of the situation.”
The measure overrules local laws and authority in this matter.
Sen. Ellen Roberts said passage of the proposed measure would “open a Pandora’s Box.” Sen. Irene Aguilar, who is also concerned, said she would support SB270 for the time being but would seek additional input.
“I am voting yes because I came in here today saying I would but will need to talk more with (legislative staff),” said Aguilar.
Sen. Bill Cadman opposed the bill and said the measure raised a question of local control—and a constitutional one.
“(SB-270) is a total usurpation of local control. It tries to carve out an exemption from local laws, for a specific group, raising serious constitutional issues,” said Cadman. “It’s a good public service but bad public policy…the ends don’t justify the means.”[2]
Sponsored legislation
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Elections
2016
- See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2016
Elections for the Colorado State Senate took place in 2016. The primary election took place on June 28, 2016, and the general election was held on November 8, 2016. The candidate filing deadline was April 4, 2016.[3] Incumbent Bill Cadman (R) did not seek re-election.
Bob Gardner defeated Manuel Quintel in the Colorado State Senate District 12 general election.[4][5]
| Colorado State Senate, District 12 General Election, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican |  Bob Gardner |
75.30% | 45,938 | |
| Libertarian | Manuel Quintel | 24.70% | 15,071 | |
| Total Votes | 61,009 | |||
| Source: Colorado Secretary of State | ||||
Bob Gardner defeated Gordon Klingenschmitt in the Colorado State Senate District 12 Republican primary.[6][7]
| Colorado State Senate, District 12 Republican Primary, 2016 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
| Republican | Bob Gardner |
61.76% | 8,243 | |
| Republican | Gordon Klingenschmitt | 38.24% | 5,103 | |
| Total Votes | 13,346 | |||
2012
- See also: Colorado State Senate elections, 2012
Cadman won re-election in the 2012 election for Colorado State Senate District 12 due to redistricting. He ran unopposed in the Republican primary on June 26, 2012. He defeated James Michael Bristol (C) and Dave Respecki (L) in the general election, which took place on November 6, 2012.[8]
| Party | Candidate | Vote % | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Republican | Bill L. Cadman Incumbent |
67.9% | 34,673 | |
| Libertarian | Dave Respecki | 16.9% | 8,603 | |
| American Constitution Party | James Michael Bristol | 15.2% | 7,762 | |
| Total Votes | 51,038 | |||
2008
On November 4, 2008, Cadman was elected to the 10th District Seat in the Colorado State Senate, defeating opponent Diane D. Whitley (D).[9]
Cadman raised $27,664 for his campaign, while Whitley raised $2,815.[10]
| Colorado State Senate, District 10 (2008) | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Candidates | Votes | |||
| Bill Cadman (R)
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42,650 | |||
| Diane D. Whitley (D) | 22,955 | |||
Campaign finance summary
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Scorecards
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2016
In 2016, the second session of the 70th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 13 through May 11.
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2015
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In 2015, the first session of the 70th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 7 through May 6.
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2014
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In 2014, the 69th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 8 to May 7.
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2013
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In 2013, the 69th Colorado General Assembly was in session from January 9 to May 9.
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Personal
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Cadman and his wife, Lisa, have two children.
Recent news
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See also
- Colorado State Senate
- Colorado Senate Committees
- Colorado State Senate District 12
- Colorado State Legislature
External links
- Profile from Open States
- Legislative Profile from Project Vote Smart
- Project Vote Smart biography of Senator Bill Cadman
- Campaign contributions via OpenSecrets
Footnotes
- ↑ KRCC, "A Look Back At The Wrapped Colorado Legislative Session," May 9, 2014
- ↑ Colorado News Agency, "A bill for Jerry’s kids—and fundraising firefighters," May 3rd, 2011
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "Elections & Voting," accessed October 6, 2015
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "General election candidates," accessed August 16, 2016
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "2016 General Election results," accessed December 14, 2016
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "2016 Primary Election Candidate List," accessed May 3, 2016
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "June 28, 2016 Primary Election," accessed August 22, 2016
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, "Official 2012 Primary election results," accessed April 14, 2014
- ↑ Colorado Secretary of State, " Official 2008 General election results," accessed April 14, 2014
- ↑ Follow the Money, "Funds raised by 2008 Senate candidates," accessed April 14, 2014
| Political offices | ||
|---|---|---|
| Preceded by Ron May (R) |
Colorado State Senate - District 10 2007–2013 |
Succeeded by Owen Hill (R) |
| Preceded by Keith King (R) |
Colorado State Senate - District 12 2013–2017 |
Succeeded by Bob Gardner (R) |
