What party did Chic Hecht belong to?

Chic Hecht was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Nevada in the U.S. Senate.

When did Chic Hecht serve in the U.S. Senate?

Chic Hecht served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1983 to January 3, 1989, representing Nevada.

When did Chic Hecht die?

Chic Hecht died on May 15, 2006.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Chic Hecht

Former U.S. Senator for Nevada

Biography

Chic Hecht (died 2006) was an American politician who represented Nevada in the United States Senate from January 1983 to January 1989, during the 98th–100th Congresses. Hecht served as a Republican. Hecht died on May 15, 2006.

Key Information

Full Name: Mayer Jacob Hecht
Died: May 15, 2006
Term Started: January 3, 1983
Term Ended: January 3, 1989

Service History

Jan 3, 1983 – Jan 3, 1989 98th–100th Congresses Republican Nevada

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 Nevada

Catherine Cortez Masto

Democrat
Jacky Rosen

Democrat

Served With

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

Paul Laxalt (NV) 1983–1987
Harry Reid (NV) 1987–1989