What party did Hiram Fong belong to?

Hiram Fong was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Hawaii in the U.S. Senate.

When did Hiram Fong serve in the U.S. Senate?

Hiram Fong served in the U.S. Senate from August 21, 1959 to January 3, 1977, representing Hawaii.

When did Hiram Fong die?

Hiram Fong died on August 18, 2004.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Hiram Fong

Former U.S. Senator for Hawaii

Biography

Hiram Fong (died 2004) was an American politician who represented Hawaii in the United States Senate from August 1959 to January 1977, during the 86th–94th Congresses. Fong served as a Republican. Fong died on August 18, 2004.

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Key Information

Full Name: Hiram Leong Fong
Died: August 18, 2004
Term Started: August 21, 1959
Term Ended: January 3, 1977

Service History

Aug 21, 1959 – Jan 3, 1977 86th–94th Congresses Republican Hawaii

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 Hawaii

Served With

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

Oren Long (HI) 1959–1963
Daniel Inouye (HI) 1963–1977