Representative Burt Lacklen Talcott

Burt Lacklen Talcott (born February 22, 1920) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from California. He represented California’s 16th Congressional District and served seven consecutive terms in Congress. Talcott first took office on January 9, 1963, and remained in the House until January 3, 1977.

During his tenure, Representative Talcott served as a historical member of Congress from California, reflecting the interests of his district and party over a fourteen-year period marked by significant national political and social change. Although specific committee assignments and legislative initiatives are not listed in the available record, his long service from 1963 to 1977 underscores his sustained role in federal lawmaking as a Republican representative of California’s 16th District.