What party did John Chafee belong to?

John Chafee was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Rhode Island in the U.S. Senate.

When did John Chafee serve in the U.S. Senate?

John Chafee served in the U.S. Senate from December 29, 1976 to October 24, 1999, representing Rhode Island.

When did John Chafee die?

John Chafee died on October 24, 1999.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

John Chafee

Former U.S. Senator for Rhode Island

Voting & trading data current through June 28, 1996.

Biography

John Chafee (died 1999) was an American politician who represented Rhode Island in the United States Senate from December 1976 to October 1999, during the 94th–106th Congresses. Chafee served as a Republican. Chafee died in office on October 24, 1999.

Key Information

Full Name: John Hubbard Chafee
Died: October 24, 1999
Term Started: December 29, 1976
Term Ended: October 24, 1999

Service History

Dec 29, 1976 – Oct 24, 1999 94th–106th Congresses Republican Rhode Island

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 Rhode Island

Served With

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

Claiborne Pell (RI) 1976–1997