What party did Arthur Watkins belong to?

Arthur Watkins was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Utah in the U.S. Senate.

When did Arthur Watkins serve in the U.S. Senate?

Arthur Watkins served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1947 to January 3, 1959, representing Utah.

When did Arthur Watkins die?

Arthur Watkins died on September 1, 1973.

Historical Profile

Arthur Watkins is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Republican Inactive

Arthur Watkins

Former U.S. Senator for Utah

Biography

Arthur Watkins (died 1973) was an American politician who represented Utah in the United States Senate from January 1947 to January 1959, during the 80th–85th Congresses. Watkins served as a Republican. Watkins died on September 1, 1973.

Key Information

Full Name: Arthur Vivian Watkins
Died: September 1, 1973
Term Started: January 3, 1947
Term Ended: January 3, 1959

Service History

Jan 3, 1947 – Jan 3, 1959 80th–85th Congresses Republican Utah

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Utah

Mike Lee

Republican
John Curtis

Republican

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Watkins's service:

Elbert Thomas (UT) 1947–1951
Wallace Bennett (UT) 1951–1959