Representative Bert Lord

Bert Lord (December 4, 1869 – May 24, 1939) was an American politician from New York who served as a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from 1935 until his death in 1939. Over the course of his public career, he held several terms in the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate before his election to Congress, where he represented his constituents during a significant period in American history. A member of the Republican Party, he contributed to the legislative process during three terms in office and participated actively in the democratic governance of the nation.

Lord’s early life and formative years preceded his entry into public service, and he emerged from this background to become involved in local and state affairs in New York. His experiences in his home state helped shape his understanding of the economic and social issues facing his community, laying the groundwork for a career that would span multiple levels of government. This early engagement with civic matters prepared him for the responsibilities he would later assume in Albany and in Washington, D.C.

Before entering Congress, Lord built his reputation in state politics through repeated service in the New York State Assembly and the New York State Senate. As a member of the Assembly, he took part in the legislative process in Albany, working on measures affecting the governance and development of New York. His subsequent service in the State Senate expanded his influence within state government and provided him with deeper experience in lawmaking, budgetary matters, and oversight of state programs. These roles established him as a seasoned legislator and a recognized Republican figure in New York politics.

Lord was elected as a Republican to the United States House of Representatives and began his congressional service in 1935. Serving three terms, he represented his New York district during the mid-1930s, a period marked by the Great Depression and the federal government’s expanding role in economic recovery and social policy. In the House of Representatives, he participated in debates and votes on national legislation, reflecting the interests and concerns of his constituents while engaging with the broader issues confronting the country. His tenure in Congress coincided with major legislative initiatives and shifting political alignments, and he contributed to the work of the House during these transformative years.

Throughout his time in Washington, Lord remained aligned with the principles of the Republican Party, bringing to national office the legislative experience he had gained in New York’s state government. His service in Congress from 1935 to 1939 demonstrated continuity with his earlier career, as he continued to advocate for policies shaped by his long involvement in public affairs. He maintained close ties to his district, ensuring that local perspectives were represented in federal deliberations.

Bert Lord’s congressional career was cut short by his death in office on May 24, 1939. At the time of his passing, he was still serving in the United States House of Representatives, concluding a public life that had spanned local, state, and national service. His record in the New York State Assembly, the New York State Senate, and the U.S. House of Representatives reflects a sustained commitment to legislative work and to the representation of New York’s citizens during a consequential era in American history.