What party did Joseph Bottum belong to?

Joseph Bottum was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of South Dakota in the U.S. Senate.

When did Joseph Bottum serve in the U.S. Senate?

Joseph Bottum served in the U.S. Senate from July 9, 1962 to January 3, 1963, representing South Dakota.

When did Joseph Bottum die?

Joseph Bottum died on July 4, 1984.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Joseph Bottum

Former U.S. Senator for South Dakota

Biography

Joseph Bottum (died 1984) was an American politician who represented South Dakota in the United States Senate from July 1962 to January 1963, during the 87th Congress. Bottum served as a Republican. Bottum died on July 4, 1984.

Key Information

Full Name: Joseph H. Bottum
Died: July 4, 1984
Term Started: July 9, 1962
Term Ended: January 3, 1963

Service History

Jul 9, 1962 – Jan 3, 1963 87th Congress Republican South Dakota

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 South Dakota

Mike Rounds

Republican
John Thune

Republican

Served With

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

Karl Mundt (SD) 1962–1963