Nels J. Smith
Nels J. Smith | |
|---|---|
| Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives | |
| In office 1977–1979 | |
| Member of the Wyoming House of Representatives | |
| In office 1963–1979 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | January 29, 1939 Newcastle, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Died | September 1, 2023 (aged 84) Lingle, Wyoming, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Spouse | Jeanette Keener |
| Relations | Nels H. Smith (grandfather) |
| Alma mater | University of Wyoming |
| Occupation | Rancher |
Nels Jensen Smith (January 29, 1939 – September 1, 2023) was an American politician in the state of Wyoming. He served in the Wyoming House of Representatives as a member of the Republican Party. He served as Speaker of the Wyoming House of Representatives from 1977 to 1979. He attended the University of Wyoming and was a rancher. His grandfather, Nels H. Smith, was a Governor of Wyoming.