Jim Preuitt (July 19, 1935 – September 19, 2021) was a Democratic member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 11th District since 1995. Previously he was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives.[1]

Jim Preuitt
Member of the Alabama Senate
for the 11th district
In office
November 4, 1998 – November 3, 2010
Preceded byDell Hill
Succeeded byJerry L. Fielding
In office
November 5, 1986 – November 9, 1994
Preceded byJohn Teague
Succeeded byDell Hill
Personal details
Born(1935-07-19)July 19, 1935
Lawrence County, Alabama
DiedSeptember 19, 2021(2021-09-19) (aged 86)
Talladega, Alabama
Political party
SpouseRona Millsap
ProfessionGeneral Motors and Chrysler new automobile dealer

On November 13, 2007, the body of his grandson (missing for eight days) was found in Villa Rica, Georgia.[2]

In April 2010 Preuitt left the Democratic Party becoming a Republican.[3] He died in 2021.[4]

References

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  1. ^ "State of scandal: Indictments should serve as call for ethics reform". annistonstar.com. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
  2. ^ Eberly, Tim (2007-11-13), Body of Alabama senator's grandson found, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, retrieved 2007-11-15
  3. ^ "Country crossing creator Roni". al.com. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
  4. ^ "Former Alabama Sen. Jim Preuitt has passed away". Alabama Political Reporter. 2021-09-24.
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