EXECUTIVE · NH · 1976-2022
William M. Gardner
Secretary of State · Democrat · New Hampshire
On the record
45-year tenure; longest-serving SoS in U.S. history
Background
Between 1976 and 2022, William M. Gardner held the Secretary of State seat in New Hampshire, a 46-year tenure. Took office after Robert L. Stark (latest tracked occupant of this seat). Note: 45-year tenure; longest-serving SoS in U.S. history. Same-year political environment (1976): Governor Meldrim Thomson Jr.; Secretary of State Bill Gardner.
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Others who held this office in New Hampshire
- David Scanlan (2022-present)
- Bill Gardner (1976-2022)
- Robert L. Stark (1965-1976)
- Enoch D. Fuller (1949-1965)