Historical Profile
James Ross is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Federalist
Inactive
James Ross
Former U.S. Senator for Pennsylvania
Biography
James Ross (died 1847) was an American politician who represented Pennsylvania in the United States Senate from April 1794 to March 1803, during the 3rd–7th Congresses. Ross served as a Federalist. Ross died on November 27, 1847.
Key Information
- Full Name: James Ross
- Died: November 27, 1847
- Term Started: April 24, 1794
- Term Ended: March 3, 1803
Service History
- Apr 24, 1794 – Mar 3, 1803 3rd–7th Congresses Federalist Pennsylvania
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 Pennsylvania
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Ross's service:
- Robert Morris (PA) 1794–1795
- William Bingham (PA) 1795–1801
- John Muhlenberg (PA) 1801
- George Logan (PA) 1801–1803