Jim Preuitt

Jim Preuitt
Member of the Alabama Senatefrom the 11th district
In officeNovember 4, 1998 – November 3, 2010
Preceded by	Dell Hill
Succeeded by	Jerry L. Fielding
In officeNovember 5, 1986 – November 9, 1994
Preceded by	John Teague
Succeeded by	Dell Hill
Personal details
Born	James Edward Preuitt(1935-07-19)July 19, 1935 Moulton, Alabama, U.S.
Died	September 19, 2021(2021-09-19) (aged 86) Talladega, Alabama, U.S.
Party	Democratic (until 2010) Republican (2010–2021)
Spouse	Rona Millsap
Occupation	Car dealer politician

James Edward Preuitt (July 19, 1935 – September 19, 2021) was an American politician and Democratic member of the Alabama Senate, representing the 11th District from 1995 to 2010. Previously he was a member of the Alabama House of Representatives.^[1]

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 on September 19, 2021, at the age of 86.^[4]

References

1. "State of scandal: Indictments should serve as call for ethics reform". annistonstar.com. Archived from the original on July 28, 2011. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
2. Eberly, Tim (November 13, 2007), Body of Alabama senator's grandson found, Atlanta Journal-Constitution, retrieved November 15, 2007
3. "Country crossing creator Roni". al.com. Retrieved November 16, 2017.
4. "Former Alabama Sen. Jim Preuitt has passed away". Alabama Political Reporter. September 24, 2021.

External links

• Alabama State Legislature - Senator Jim Preuittofficial government website
• Project Vote Smart - Senator Jim Preuitt (AL) profile
• Follow the Money - Jim Preuitt
  • 200620021998 campaign contributions