Representative Neal Edward Smith

Neal Edward Smith served as a Representative from Iowa in the United States Congress from 1959 to 1995. A member of the Democratic Party, Neal Edward Smith contributed to the legislative process during 18 terms in office.

Neal Edward Smith’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Neal Edward Smith participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Neal Edward Smith (March 23, 1920 – November 2, 2021) was an American politician who was a member of the United States House of Representatives for the Democratic Party from Iowa from 1959 until 1995, the longest-serving Iowan in the United States House of Representatives. Upon the death of Lester L. Wolff in May 2021, Smith became the oldest living current or former member of Congress. He held this title until his death nearly six months later.