What party did Larry Pressler belong to?

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

When did Larry Pressler serve in the U.S. Senate?

Larry Pressler served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1979 to January 3, 1997, representing South Dakota.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Larry Pressler

Former U.S. Senator for South Dakota

Voting & trading data current through July 31, 1996.

Biography

Larry Pressler was an American politician who represented South Dakota in the United States Senate from January 1979 to January 1997, during the 96th–104th Congresses. Pressler served as a Republican.

Key Information

Full Name: Larry Lee Pressler
Term Started: January 3, 1979
Term Ended: January 3, 1997

Service History

Jan 3, 1979 – Jan 3, 1997 96th–104th Congresses 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

Served With

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

George McGovern (SD) 1979–1981
James Abdnor (SD) 1981–1987
Thomas Daschle (SD) 1987–1997