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Robert A. Roe
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Robert A. Roe in 1991
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| Member of the U.S. House of Representatives from New Jersey's 8th district |
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| In office November 4, 1969 – January 3, 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Charles S. Joelson |
| Succeeded by | Herb Klein |
| Chair of the House Committee on Transportation | |
| In office January 3, 1991 – January 3, 1993 |
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| Preceded by | Glenn M. Anderson |
| Succeeded by | Norman Mineta |
| Chair of the House Committee on Science and Technology | |
| In office January 3, 1987 – January 3, 1991 |
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| Preceded by | Don Fuqua |
| Succeeded by | George Brown Jr. |
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Robert Aloysius Roe
February 28, 1924 Lyndhurst, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Died | July 15, 2014 (aged 90) Green Pond, New Jersey, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Oregon State University Washington State University |
Robert Aloysius Roe (February 28, 1924 – July 15, 2014) was an American politician. He was a member of the Democratic Party. Roe represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives for many years. He served from November 4, 1969, until January 3, 1993.
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Early Life and Education
Robert Roe was born in Lyndhurst, New Jersey, on February 28, 1924. He grew up in Wayne, New Jersey. He went to Pompton Lakes High School. After high school, he studied at Oregon State University in Corvallis. He also attended Washington State University in Pullman.
Starting His Career
During World War II, Robert Roe served in the United States Army. After the war, he began his career in local government.
- He was a committeeman for Wayne from 1955 to 1956. A committeeman helps manage local town affairs.
- He became the Mayor of Wayne Township in 1956. He served as mayor until 1961.
- Roe also served on the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders. This board helps govern the county. He was on the board from 1959 to 1963. He was the Freeholder Director in 1962 and 1963.
In 1963, Roe was chosen to be the Commissioner of the New Jersey Conservation and Economic Development Department. This role involved protecting nature and helping the economy. He held this position until 1969. That year, Charles S. Joelson resigned from Congress, opening a spot for Roe.
Time in Congress
On November 4, 1969, Robert Roe was elected to the U.S. House of Representatives. He won a special election as a Democrat. He served in Congress for over 23 years.
Roe tried to become the Governor in 1977 and 1981. He came in second place in both elections.
Leading Committees
In Congress, Roe became a leader on important committees. A committee is a group of lawmakers who focus on specific topics. A Chairman is the head of a committee.
- He was the Chairman of the Committee on Science, Space, and Technology from 1987 to 1991. This committee deals with science, space exploration, and new technologies.
- He also led the Committee on Public Works and Transportation from 1991 to 1993. This committee worked on roads, bridges, and other public projects.
Robert Roe retired from Congress after the 1992 election. After leaving Congress, he worked as a consultant, offering advice to others.
Later Years
In January 2008, a bill was passed to name Route 23 after Robert Roe. However, there was a misunderstanding. Governor Jon Corzine signed the bill without knowing about a specific event. Robert Roe himself later asked lawmakers to cancel the naming.
His Passing
Robert Roe passed away on July 15, 2014. He was 90 years old. He died from congestive heart failure at his home in Green Pond, which is part of Rockaway Township, New Jersey.
