Jacob K. Javits

American politician and attorney general

Jacob K. Javits - American politician and attorney general
Born

May 18th, 1904
120 years ago

Died

March 7th, 1986
39 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as a U.S. Congressman and U.S. Senator from New York. During tenure in the Senate, advocated for labor reforms and civil rights. Played a significant role in the establishment of the New York City Fiscal Control Board. Served as the 58th Attorney General of New York, implementing various legal reforms. Worked on advancing issues related to health care and environmental protection.

Served as U.S. Senator from New York from 1957 to 1981

Chaired the Senate Appropriations Committee

Played a crucial role in the establishment of the New York City Fiscal Control Board

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