Joe Acinapura

Joseph N. Acinapura (born 13 May 1938, in Union City, New Jersey) is a Republican politician who was elected and currently serves in the Vermont House of Representatives. He represents the Rutland-7 Representative District.

Early life, education and military service

Acinapura graduated from Union Hill High School in New Jersey in 1956. He received a bachelor of arts in mathematics from Rutgers University in 1960 and a master of arts in political science from the University of Colorado in 1970. He was as an officer in the United States Army. While in the army, he was a computer programmer, was stationed at the North American Air Defense Command in Colorado, and served in Vietnam. He attended the Naval War College. He retired as a colonel.

Political experience

Joe Acinapura has had the following political experience:

• Representatives, Vermont State House of Representatives, 2005–2012
• Appointed, Vermont State House of Representatives, November 16, 2005
• Chair, Vermont Republican Party, 2003–2004
• Candidate, Vermont State Senate, District Addison 1, 1996
• Selectman, 1991–1993
• Chair, Brandon Select board, 1991-1992

Professional experience

Joe Acinapure has had the following professional experience:

• Chair, Vermont Parole Board, State of Vermont, 2005
• Auditor, Brandon Fire District, 2003–2005
• Coach, Rutland Northeast Supervisory Union Basketball, 2000–2005
• Professor, College of St. Joseph, 1992–1997
• United States Army, 1961–1989
• High School Teacher, 1960-1961

Personal life

Acinapura is married to Lois and together they have two children named Lauren and Jeanne. He is a Catholic.

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