Overview

Lawrence Joseph Hogan (September 30, 1928 – April 20, 2017) was an American Republican politician from Maryland who served at both the federal and local level. He represented suburban areas of Maryland in the U.S. House of Representatives for three terms and later led Prince George's County as its elected county executive. He is also known as the father of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan.

Early career

Hogan began his public life in Maryland state and local affairs before winning election to Congress. He built a reputation as a pragmatic, constituency-focused official who worked on issues affecting the Washington suburban area. His political affiliation is recorded with the Republican Party and his congressional service is listed in historical House records as a U.S. Representative.

Congressional service (1969–1975)

Hogan represented Maryland's 5th congressional district from January 3, 1969, to January 3, 1975. During his three terms he focused on constituent issues and regional concerns of the suburbs of Washington, D.C. In 1974 he chose not to seek re-election to the House and instead pursued the Republican nomination for governor of Maryland; he did not win that primary campaign.

County executive of Prince George's County

After his time in Congress and the gubernatorial campaign, Hogan returned to county-level government. He was elected county executive of Prince George's County in 1978 and served one term ending in 1982. In that position he administered county services and budgets during a period of demographic and economic change in the region.

Later life and death

In retirement Hogan remained a recognized figure in Maryland politics because of his own career and his family's continued public service. He suffered a stroke and died on April 20, 2017, in Baltimore, Maryland, at the age of 88. His life is often discussed in the context of political families and the movement between federal and local offices.

Legacy and sources

Hogan's career is documented in congressional archives and local government histories; brief biographical summaries note his dates of service and offices held. For further reading consult congressional records, county archives and contemporary accounts of Maryland politics. Additional information and historical context can be found through party materials and state archives linked in biographical listings: party overview, congressional listing, gubernatorial records, and regional histories of the 5th district.

Notable facts

  • Served three terms as U.S. Representative for Maryland's 5th district.
  • Unsuccessful candidate for the Republican gubernatorial nomination in 1974 (primary).
  • County executive of Prince George's County from 1978 to 1982.
  • Father of Governor Larry Hogan and a figure in Maryland political history.
  • Died after health complications including a stroke in Baltimore.