Historical Profile
John Overton is no longer an active U.S. Senator. The information below reflects their most recent term.
Democrat
Inactive
John Overton
Former U.S. Senator for Louisiana
Biography
John Overton (died 1948) was an American politician who represented Louisiana in the United States Senate from March 1933 to May 1948, during the 73rd–80th Congresses. Overton served as a Democrat. Overton died in office on May 14, 1948.
Key Information
- Full Name: John Holmes Overton
- Died: May 14, 1948
- Term Started: January 3, 1945
- Term Ended: May 14, 1948
- Senate Class: Class III
Service History
- Mar 9, 1933 – Jan 3, 1939 73rd–75th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
- Jan 3, 1939 – Jan 3, 1945 76th–78th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
- Jan 3, 1945 – May 14, 1948 79th–80th Congresses Democrat Louisiana
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 Louisiana
Served With
Senators who represented the same state during Overton's service:
- Huey Long (LA) 1933–1935
- Rose Long (LA) 1936–1937
- Allen Ellender (LA) 1937–1948