Dick Schulze facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Dick Schulze
Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from Pennsylvania's 5th district
In office January 3, 1975 – January 3, 1993
Preceded by	John H. Ware III
Succeeded by	William Clinger
Member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives from the 157th district
In office January 5, 1971 – November 30, 1974
Preceded by	John Stauffer
Succeeded by	Peter Vroon
Personal details
Born	(1929-08-07) August 7, 1929 (age 95) Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Political party	Republican
Spouses	Anne Nancy Lockwood ​ ​ (m. 1955; died 1990)​ Nancy Senechal Waltermire
Children	4
Alma mater	University of Houston Villanova University Temple University
Occupation	Businessman, politician, lobbyist

Richard Taylor "Dick" Schulze, born on August 7, 1929, is an American businessman and politician from Pennsylvania. He belongs to the Republican Party. Dick Schulze served in the United States House of Representatives from 1975 to 1993. His district covered parts of Montgomery, Delaware, and Chester Counties. These areas are located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia.

Dick Schulze's Early Life and Career

Schulze was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He finished Haverford High School in 1948. Later, he attended several universities. These included the University of Houston in 1949, Villanova University in 1952, and Temple University in 1968.

He served in the United States Army from 1951 to 1953. After his military service, he worked in the appliance business in Paoli, Pennsylvania. Schulze began his political career as the Register of Wills for Chester County. He held this position from 1967 to 1969. Following this, he was elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. He served two terms there, representing his local community.

Serving in Congress: Dick Schulze's Time in the U.S. House

During his time in the United States House of Representatives, Dick Schulze became a very important member. He rose to a top position on the House Ways and Means Committee. This committee handles important financial matters for the country. He was also the senior Republican member on its Oversight Subcommittee.

Schulze also served on other key committees. These included the Armed Services Committee and the Banking Committee. He led the Republican Study Committee. He also served as the Republican Whip for Pennsylvania. This meant he helped gather votes for his party's ideas.

Working with Presidents

President Ronald Reagan chose Schulze to be on the Presidential Advisory Committee on Federalism. This group advised on how power is shared between federal and state governments. Schulze was also part of a group known as the "Reagan 13."

President George H. W. Bush later appointed Schulze to the Board of the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation. This foundation works to protect wildlife and their habitats.

Protecting Nature and Community

Schulze also served on the Natural Resources Committee. He was a member of the Migratory Bird Commission. In 1990, he started the Congressional Sportsmen's Caucus and Foundation. This group helps protect hunting, fishing, and conservation.

He also served as Chairman of the National Prayer Breakfast. He was a member of the House of Representatives weekly prayer breakfast for over 30 years.

After Congress: Dick Schulze's Later Career

After leaving Congress, Dick Schulze became a Senior Legislative Consultant. He worked for Valis Associates, a Republican firm. In this role, he advised on many important topics. These included energy, transportation, and free trade. He also worked on business taxes and Environmental law related to businesses. Another area of his work was Gun politics in the United States.

Dick Schulze's Family Life

Dick Schulze married Anne Nancy Lockwood in 1955. They had four children together. Their marriage lasted until Anne's death on February 16, 1990. She passed away from breast cancer. Later, he married Nancy Waltermire. Nancy was the widow of former Montana Secretary of State Jim Waltermire.