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William Cato Cramer

William Cato Cramer served as a representative for Florida (1955-1971).

  • Republican
  • Florida
  • District 8
  • Former
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Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Florida

Representing constituents across the Florida delegation.

District District 8

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1955-1971

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

William Cato Cramer (born August 4, 1922) was a Republican member of the United States House of Representatives from Florida. He represented Florida’s 8th Congressional District and served eight consecutive terms in Congress. His tenure in the U.S. House began on January 5, 1955, and concluded on January 3, 1971, marking a sixteen-year career at the federal legislative level.

During his time in office, Cramer served as a Representative for Florida under the Republican Party at a time when the state and region were undergoing significant political change. As a historical member of Congress, his service from 1955 to 1971 placed him among the key federal lawmakers representing Florida’s interests in the mid-20th century. After leaving office, he was regarded as a former member of Congress, identified in official records by the biographical guide ID C000869.

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