Chris Smith (New Jersey politician)
New Jersey politician from the United States
Christopher Henry Smith (born March 4, 1953) is an American politician. He is the U.S. representative for New Jersey's 4th congressional district since 1981.
Chris Smith | |
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Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 4th district | |
Assumed office January 3, 1981 | |
Preceded by | Frank Thompson |
Chair of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee | |
In office January 4, 2001 – January 3, 2005 | |
Preceded by | Bob Stump |
Succeeded by | Steve Buyer |
Personal details | |
Born | Christopher Henry Smith March 4, 1953 Rahway, New Jersey, U.S. |
Political party | Republican (1978–present) |
Other political affiliations | Democratic (before 1978) |
Spouse(s) |
Marie Hahn (m. 1977) |
Children | 4 |
Education | The College of New Jersey (BS) |
Website | House website |
Smith is the dean of New Jersey's congressional delegation.[1]