Vernon B. Romney

Attorney General of Utah

Vernon B. Romney - Attorney General of Utah
Born

April 27th, 1924
100 years ago

Died

July 13th, 2013
11 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

United States

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Served as the 14th Attorney General of Utah from 1971 to 1977. Held significant roles in local politics, including state senator and executive director of the Utah Republican Party. Involved in various legal cases and community affairs, contributing to the governance and legal framework of the state. Later, served on the Republican National Committee and participated in multiple statewide campaigns, influencing party strategies in Utah.

Served as the 14th Attorney General of Utah

Held office as a state senator

Served on the Republican National Committee

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