Malcolm Wallop
American politician and U.S. Senator
Born
February 27th, 1933
92 years ago
Died
September 14th, 2011
13 years ago — 78 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
United States
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Served as a United States Senator from Wyoming from 1977 to 1995. Represented the Republican Party and was a member of the Senate committees on Energy and Natural Resources, and Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. Advocated for conservative fiscal policies and energy development. Contributed to various legislation that impacted environmental policy and natural resource management. After leaving the Senate, engaged in private sector activities and continued involvement in politics.
Served as U.S. Senator from Wyoming
Chairman of the Senate Subcommittee on Energy
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