What party did Richard Schweiker belong to?

Richard Schweiker was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Pennsylvania in the U.S. Senate.

When did Richard Schweiker serve in the U.S. Senate?

Richard Schweiker served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1969 to January 3, 1981, representing Pennsylvania.

When did Richard Schweiker die?

Richard Schweiker died on July 31, 2015.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Richard Schweiker

Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania

Biography

Richard Schweiker (died 2015) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from January 1969 to January 1981, during the 91st–96th Congresses. Schweiker served as a Republican. Schweiker died on July 31, 2015.

Key Information

Full Name: Richard Schultz Schweiker
Died: July 31, 2015
Term Started: January 3, 1969
Term Ended: January 3, 1981

Service History

Jan 3, 1969 – Jan 3, 1981 91st–96th Congresses Republican Pennsylvania

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 Pennsylvania

Served With

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

Hugh Scott, Jr. (PA) 1969–1977
Henry Heinz, III (PA) 1977–1981