Charles William "Bill" Young (December 16, 1930 – October 18, 2013) was an American politician who served as the U.S. Representative for Florida's 13th congressional district. A member of the Republican Party, he first entered Congress in 1971 and remained in office until his death in 2013, making him one of the longest-serving members from Florida.
Overview
- Full name: Charles William "Bill" Young
- Born: December 16, 1930
- Died: October 18, 2013 (in office)
- Party: Republican
- Office: U.S. Representative for Florida's 13th congressional district (1971–2013)
Congressional career
Young represented his district through many election cycles beginning with the 1970 election. During his long tenure in the House of Representatives he gained seniority and served on influential committees focused on federal spending and defense appropriations. His extended service made him a familiar figure in Washington and a key advocate for his district's interests in federal budgeting.
Death and aftermath
Bill Young died on October 18, 2013, while still holding his seat in the House. His passing created a vacancy that was later filled through the processes set by Florida law, including a special election to choose his successor.