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James Hay

Democrat · House · Virginia · 1897–1917

James Hay was a Democratic U.S. representative from Virginia, serving 1897–1917. Cast 1,546 votes and missed 18.4%.

Years in Congress
15
Votes missed
18.4%
Born
1856
Died
1931

Biography

James Hay (January 9, 1856 – June 12, 1931) served in both houses of the Virginia General Assembly, was a United States representative from Virginia and a judge of the Court of Claims.

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Terms in office

  • House, Virginia, 7th District1897–1917 · Democrat

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Capitol Receipts, “James Hay (D-VA), House 1897–1917,” https://www.capitolreceipts.com/past-member/H000382/james-hay (accessed 2026-10-14).

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