Historical Profile
Joseph Montoya is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
Joseph Montoya
Former U.S. Senator for New Mexico
Biography
Joseph Montoya (died 1978) was an American politician who represented New Mexico in the United States Senate from November 1964 to January 1977, during the 88th–94th Congresses. Montoya served as a Democrat. Montoya died on June 5, 1978.
Key Information
- Full Name: Joseph Manuel Montoya
- Died: June 5, 1978
- Term Started: January 21, 1971
- Term Ended: January 3, 1977
- Senate Class: Class I
Service History
- Nov 4, 1964 – Jan 4, 1965 88th–89th Congresses Democrat New Mexico
- Jan 4, 1965 – Jan 21, 1971 89th–92nd Congresses Democrat New Mexico
- Jan 21, 1971 – Jan 3, 1977 92nd–94th Congresses Democrat New Mexico
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 New Mexico
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Montoya's service:
- Clinton Anderson (NM) 1964–1973
- Pete Domenici (NM) 1973–1977