What party did Steven Symms belong to?

Steven Symms was a member of the Republican party and represented the state of Idaho in the U.S. Senate.

When did Steven Symms serve in the U.S. Senate?

Steven Symms served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1981 to January 3, 1993, representing Idaho.

When did Steven Symms die?

Steven Symms died on August 8, 2024.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Steven Symms

Former U.S. Senator for Idaho

Voting & trading data current through October 8, 1992.

Biography

Steven Symms (died 2024) was an American politician who represented Idaho in the United States Senate from January 1981 to January 1993, during the 97th–102nd Congresses. Symms served as a Republican. Symms died on August 8, 2024.

Key Information

Full Name: Steven Douglas Symms
Died: August 8, 2024
Term Started: January 3, 1981
Term Ended: January 3, 1993

Service History

Jan 3, 1981 – Jan 3, 1993 97th–102nd Congresses Republican Idaho

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 Idaho

Served With

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

James McClure (ID) 1981–1991
Larry Craig (ID) 1991–1993