What party did Howard Baker, Jr. belong to?

Howard Baker, Jr. was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Tennessee in the U.S. Senate.

When did Howard Baker, Jr. serve in the U.S. Senate?

Howard Baker, Jr. served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1967 to January 3, 1985, representing Tennessee.

When did Howard Baker, Jr. die?

Howard Baker, Jr. died on June 26, 2014.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Howard Baker, Jr.

Former U.S. Senator for Tennessee

Biography

Howard Baker, Jr. (died 2014) was an American politician who represented Tennessee in the United States Senate from January 1967 to January 1985, during the 90th–98th Congresses. Baker served as a Republican. Baker died on June 26, 2014.

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Key Information

Full Name: Howard Henry Baker, Jr.
Died: June 26, 2014
Term Started: January 3, 1967
Term Ended: January 3, 1985

Service History

Jan 3, 1967 – Jan 3, 1985 90th–98th Congresses Republican Tennessee

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 Tennessee

Served With

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

Albert Gore (TN) 1967–1971
William Brock, III (TN) 1971–1977
James Sasser (TN) 1977–1985