Representative Richard Platt Herrick
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| Name | Richard Platt Herrick |
| Position | Representative |
| State | New York |
| District | 12 |
| Party | Whig |
| Status | Former Representative |
| Term Start | December 1, 1845 |
| Term End | March 3, 1847 |
| Terms Served | 1 |
| Born | March 23, 1791 |
| Gender | Male |
| Bioguide ID | H000541 |
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About Representative Richard Platt Herrick
Richard Platt Herrick served as a Representative from New York in the United States Congress from 1845 to 1847. A member of the Whig Party, Richard Platt Herrick contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office.
Richard Platt Herrick’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Richard Platt Herrick participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents, helping to shape the laws and policies that governed the nation.