Historical Profile
Lloyd Bentsen, Jr. is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Lloyd Bentsen, Jr.
Former U.S. Senator for Texas
Voting & trading data current through October 8, 1992.
Biography
Lloyd Bentsen, Jr. (died 2006) was an American politician who represented Texas in the United States Senate from January 1971 to January 1993, during the 92nd–103rd Congresses. Bentsen served as a Democrat. Bentsen died on May 23, 2006.
Key Information
- Full Name: Lloyd Millard Bentsen, Jr.
- Died: May 23, 2006
- Term Started: January 3, 1971
- Term Ended: January 20, 1993
Service History
- Jan 3, 1971 – Jan 20, 1993 92nd–103rd Congresses Democrat Texas
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 Texas
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Bentsen's service:
- John Tower (TX) 1971–1985
- Phil Gramm (TX) 1985–1993