Howard Coble

American politician and captain

Howard Coble - Leaders & Politicians born 1931
Born

1931
95 years ago

Died
Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from North Carolina from 1985 to 2015. Coble was a captain in the United States Coast Guard Reserve and practiced law prior to entering politics. During tenure in Congress, focused on issues related to transportation and farming. Coble was considered a prominent figure in the Republican Party in North Carolina.

Served in the U.S. House of Representatives for 30 years.

Held the position of chairman of the House Coast Guard and Maritime Transportation Subcommittee.

Authored legislation impacting transportation and agricultural policies.

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