What party did Howard Cannon belong to?

Howard Cannon was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Nevada in the U.S. Senate.

When did Howard Cannon serve in the U.S. Senate?

Howard Cannon served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1959 to January 3, 1983, representing Nevada.

When did Howard Cannon die?

Howard Cannon died on March 5, 2002.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

Howard Cannon

Former U.S. Senator for Nevada

Biography

Howard Cannon (died 2002) was an American politician who represented Nevada in the United States Senate from January 1959 to January 1983, during the 86th–97th Congresses. Cannon served as a Democrat. Cannon died on March 5, 2002.

Key Information

Full Name: Howard Walter Cannon
Died: March 5, 2002
Term Started: January 3, 1959
Term Ended: January 3, 1983

Service History

Jan 3, 1959 – Jan 3, 1983 86th–97th Congresses Democrat 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 Cannon's service:

Alan Bible (NV) 1959–1974
Paul Laxalt (NV) 1974–1983