Born: July 8,1926, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Milestones: On June 6,2013, Dingell began his 20,997th day in Congress, becoming its longest-serving…
Born: July 8,1926, in Colorado Springs, Colorado.
Milestones: On June 6,2013, Dingell began his 20,997th day in Congress, becoming its longest-serving member. On Dec. 11,2014, he cast his last vote in the U. S. House.
Before Congress: U. S. House page, Army, National Park ranger, Wayne County assistant prosecutor
Congress: Democrat representing the 12th Congressional District, chairman or ranking Democrat on House Energy and Commerce Committee from 1981-2008, viewed as a giant in shaping landmark laws cleaning up air and water, protecting endangered animals, advocating national health care.
