What party did Harrison Schmitt belong to?

Harrison Schmitt was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of New Mexico in the U.S. Senate.

When did Harrison Schmitt serve in the U.S. Senate?

Harrison Schmitt served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1983, representing New Mexico.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Harrison Schmitt

Former U.S. Senator for New Mexico

Biography

Harrison Schmitt was an American politician who represented New Mexico in the United States Senate from January 1977 to January 1983, during the 95th–97th Congresses. Schmitt served as a Republican.

Key Information

Full Name: Harrison Hagan Schmitt
Term Started: January 3, 1977
Term Ended: January 3, 1983

Service History

Jan 3, 1977 – Jan 3, 1983 95th–97th Congresses Republican New Mexico

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 New Mexico

Ben Luján

Democrat
Martin Heinrich

Democrat

Served With

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

Pete Domenici (NM) 1977–1983