Senate Years and Death
In November 1890, Warren resigned as Governor, having been elected to the United States Senate as a Republican, serving until March 4, 1893. He then resumed his former business pursuits before returning to the Senate (March 4, 1895–November 24, 1929). During his long Senate service, Mr. Warren was Chairman of the several Senate Committees:
- - Committee on Irrigation and Reclamation of Arid Lands
- - Committee on Claims
- - Committee on Irrigation
- - Committee on Military Affairs
- - Committee on Public Buildings and Grounds
- - Committee on Agriculture and Forestry
- - Committee on Appropriations
- - Committee on Engrossed Bills
Senator Warren died on November 24, 1929 in Washington, D.C. His funeral service was held in the United States Senate chamber. At the time of his death, Warren had served longer than any other US Senator.
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