What party did Harry Byrd, Jr. belong to?

Harry Byrd, Jr. was a member of the Independent party and represented the state of Virginia in the U.S. Senate.

When did Harry Byrd, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Harry Byrd, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from November 12, 1965 to January 3, 1983, representing Virginia.

When did Harry Byrd, Jr. die?

Harry Byrd, Jr. died on July 30, 2013.

Historical Profile

Harry Byrd, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Independent Inactive

Harry Byrd, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Virginia

Biography

Harry Byrd, Jr. (died 2013) was an American politician who represented Virginia in the United States Senate from November 1965 to January 1983, during the 89th–97th Congresses. Byrd served as an Independent. Byrd died on July 30, 2013.

Key Information

Full Name: Harry Flood Byrd, Jr.
Died: July 30, 2013
Term Started: November 12, 1965
Term Ended: January 3, 1983

Service History

Nov 12, 1965 – Jan 3, 1983 89th–97th Congresses Independent Virginia

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 Virginia

Served With

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

Absalom Robertson (VA) 1965–1966
William Spong, Jr. (VA) 1966–1973
William Scott (VA) 1973–1979
John Warner (VA) 1979–1983