What party did John Melcher belong to?

John Melcher was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Montana in the U.S. Senate.

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

John Melcher served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1977 to January 3, 1989, representing Montana.

When did John Melcher die?

John Melcher died on April 12, 2018.

Historical Profile

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

Democrat Inactive

John Melcher

Former U.S. Senator for Montana

Biography

John Melcher (died 2018) was an American politician who represented Montana in the United States Senate from January 1977 to January 1989, during the 95th–100th Congresses. Melcher served as a Democrat. Melcher died on April 12, 2018.

Key Information

Full Name: John Melcher
Died: April 12, 2018
Term Started: January 3, 1977
Term Ended: January 3, 1989

Service History

Jan 3, 1977 – Jan 3, 1989 95th–100th Congresses Democrat Montana

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 Montana

Served With

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

Lee Metcalf (MT) 1977–1978
Paul Hatfield (MT) 1978
Max Baucus (MT) 1978–1989
Conrad Burns (MT) 1987–1989