Robert Tyson

Robert Tyson (born September 29, 1940) is an American former politician who served for two terms in the Kansas State Senate, representing the 12th Senate district from 1997 to 2004.

Robert Tyson
Member of the Kansas State Senate from the 12th District
In office 1997–2004
Preceded by	Doug Walker
Succeeded by	Pat Apple
Personal details
Born	(1940-09-29) September 29, 1940 (age 84)[1]
Political party	Republican
Spouse	Linda Tyson
Children	2
Residence	Parker, Kansas
Alma mater	Ottawa University[citation needed]

Born in Ottawa, Kansas, Tyson worked as a rancher in addition to his time in the Senate.^[1] He was the chair of Bob Dole's first U.S. Senate campaign in 1968.^{[citation needed]}