Representative Alfred A. McCandless

Alfred A. McCandless (born July 23, 1927) is a former American politician who represented the state of California in the United States House of Representatives. A member of the Republican Party, he served as the U.S. Representative for California’s 44th Congressional District. His tenure in Congress began on January 3, 1983, and concluded on January 3, 1995, spanning six consecutive terms in the House.

During his twelve years in office, McCandless served as a Republican representative focused on the interests of his California district. While specific committee assignments and legislative initiatives are not detailed in the available record, his long service from 1983 to 1995 places him among the historical members of Congress who represented California during a period of significant political and demographic change in the state. After leaving office, he is regarded as a former member of the House, with his congressional career documented under the biographical identifier M000306.