Name Diana DiZoglio | ||
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Residence Methuen, Massachusetts, United States | ||
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Diana DiZoglio is an American state legislator serving in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. She is a Methuen resident and a member of the Democratic Party. DiZoglio represents the 14th Essex District, which includes portions of North Andover, Methuen, Lawrence and Haverhill. She has served in the Massachusetts House of Representatives since 2013.
Contents
- Local students inspired by state rep diana dizoglio education initiatives
- State rep diana dizoglio speaks on campaign finance reform
- Early life and career
- Alleged Cusack Scandal
- Political career
- Substance Abuse
- Education
- Veterans
- Senior Citizens
- State House Programs
- References
State rep diana dizoglio speaks on campaign finance reform
Early life and career
DiZoglio was born in Methuen, Massachusetts, graduating from Methuen High School in 2002. She attended Wellesley College, graduating with a Bachelor’s of Arts in Psychology and Spanish. DiZoglio also attended Middlesex Community College, graduating with an associate degree in Psychology.Prior to being elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives, DiZoglio worked as chief-of-staff to Edward A. Kelly, president of the Professional Fire Fighters of Massachusetts (PFFM). She also served as a legislative aide in the Massachusetts House of Representatives, worked for multiple non-profit organizations and was a small business owner.
Alleged Cusack Scandal
In 2011, while serving as a legislative aide, DiZoglio was identified as the woman involved in an alleged sex scandal with then Braintree Representative Mark Cusack. Cusack and DiZoglio were found in the House Chamber with an unidentified staff member by State House security after a party in a nearby office. Cusack, who gave a false name to authorities, and DiZoglio were discovered in the middle of unspecified activities and were reported to the Speaker's office.
Speaker Robert DeLeo’s office conducted a brief investigation during which it was determined that no laws or house rules had been broken. While Ms. DiZoglio was exonerated of wrongdoing, allegations regarding her sexual misconduct continued, and she resigned from her position as Legislative Aide at the State House in September 2011. On running for the position of State Representative following the Cusack allegations, DiZoglio said, “I went through a literally life-ruining experience. I hope this will be an example to young women who have been through similar life-ruining experiences, that you can’t let them dictate your future, that you have to rise up and work to succeed no matter the challenge.”
Political career
DiZoglio was elected to the Massachusetts House of Representatives in 2012.
Substance Abuse
DiZoglio filed legislation in the Massachusetts House of Representatives to prohibit prescriptions of OxyContin to children under age 17.
Education
At the State House, DiZoglio co-hosted alongside Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor Karyn Polito Women in Government Day for students from Lawrence’s Arlington Middle School.
DiZoglio worked with the Lawrence legislative delegation to secure $145,000 for STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) learning at Greater Lawrence Technical School.
Veterans
In September 2015, DiZoglio filed legislation to exempt active duty military members from paying motor vehicle excise taxes while serving. This legislation was passed by the Massachusetts House of Representatives in May 2016.
Senior Citizens
DiZoglio filed legislation to establish a task force in Massachusetts on protecting elderly and elderly persons residing in public housing.
State House Programs
At the Massachusetts State House, DiZoglio has hosted many events, including: