What party did Howell Heflin belong to?

Howell Heflin was a member of the Democrat party and represented the state of Alabama in the U.S. Senate.

When did Howell Heflin serve in the U.S. Senate?

Howell Heflin served in the U.S. Senate from January 3, 1979 to January 3, 1997, representing Alabama.

When did Howell Heflin die?

Howell Heflin died on March 29, 2005.

Historical Profile

Howell Heflin is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.

Democrat Inactive

Howell Heflin

Former U.S. Senator for Alabama

Voting & trading data current through October 3, 1996.

Biography

Howell Heflin (died 2005) was an American politician who represented Alabama in the United States Senate from January 1979 to January 1997, during the 96th–104th Congresses. Heflin served as a Democrat. Heflin died on March 29, 2005.

Key Information

Full Name: Howell Thomas Heflin
Died: March 29, 2005
Term Started: January 3, 1979
Term Ended: January 3, 1997

Service History

Jan 3, 1979 – Jan 3, 1997 96th–104th Congresses Democrat Alabama

Service dates from the official U.S. Senate historical roster. For senators who changed party affiliation during their service, the party shown for each period is approximate.

Current Senators from Alabama

Served With

Senators who represented the same state during Heflin's service:

Donald Stewart (AL) 1979–1981
Jeremiah Denton, Jr. (AL) 1981–1987
Richard Shelby (AL) 1987–1997