Joe Neal (politician)

Joseph M. Neal Jr. (July 28, 1935 – December 31, 2020) was an American politician who served as a Democratic member of the Nevada Senate from 1973 to 2004, making him the first African-American state senator in Nevada. He served as Minority Floor leader in 1989 and as President pro tempore in 1991.

For the politician from South Carolina, see Joseph Neal.
Joe Neal
President pro tempore of the Nevada Senate
In office
1991–1991
Member of the Nevada Senate
from the 4th district
In office
1973–2004
Personal details
Born(1935-07-28)July 28, 1935
Mound, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedDecember 31, 2020(2020-12-31) (aged 85)
Henderson, Nevada, U.S.
Political partyDemocratic
SpouseEstelle DeConge
EducationSouthern University (BA)
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