United States Representative Directory

Samuel Riker

Samuel Riker served as a representative for New York (1803-1809).

Republican
New York
District 1
Former

New York

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State New York

Representing constituents across the New York delegation.

District District 1

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1803-1809

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Samuel Riker (April 8, 1743 – May 19, 1823) was an American politician and a member of the United States House of Representatives for New York’s 1st congressional district from 1804 to 1805 and again from 1807 to 1809.

As a member of the Republican Party representing New York, Samuel Riker contributed to the legislative process during 2 terms in office. Samuel Riker’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, participating in the democratic process and representing the interests of constituents.