What party did Vera Bushfield belong to?

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

When did Vera Bushfield serve in the U.S. Senate?

Vera Bushfield served in the U.S. Senate from October 6, 1948 to December 26, 1948, representing South Dakota.

When did Vera Bushfield die?

Vera Bushfield died on April 16, 1976.

Historical Profile

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

Republican Inactive

Vera Bushfield

Former U.S. Senator for South Dakota

Biography

Vera Bushfield (died 1976) was an American politician who represented South Dakota in the United States Senate from October 1948 to December 1948, during the 80th Congress. Bushfield served as a Republican. Bushfield died on April 16, 1976.

Key Information

Full Name: Vera Cahalan Bushfield
Died: April 16, 1976
Term Started: October 6, 1948
Term Ended: December 26, 1948

Service History

Oct 6, 1948 – Dec 26, 1948 80th Congress 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

Mike Rounds

Republican
John Thune

Republican

Served With

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

Chan Gurney (SD) 1948