Brian J. Bushweller (17)

Brian J. Bushweller is a Democratic former state senator who represented Delaware's 17th Senate District from 2008 until his retirement in 2018. Born on September 12, 1945, he served on committees including Banking, Business & Insurance, and Public Safety, contributing to legislative efforts in those areas. Notable prior roles include State Director in U.S. Senator Tom Carper's office, Secretary of the Delaware Department of Public Safety, Legislative Liaison in Governor Tom Carper's office, field representative for the Delaware State Education Association, and teacher. He chose not to seek re-election in 2018 to spend more time with his family, including his spouse Rocky, five children, and 10 grandchildren.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: Associate degree from Ulster County Community College; Bachelor of Arts from Oklahoma City University; Master of Arts from Stanford University.
• Political Experience: Elected to the Delaware Senate in 2008, succeeding to the seat now held by Democrat W. Charles Paradee; previously held executive positions in state government and U.S. Senate staff under Tom Carper; retired from the Senate after the 2018 election.