United States Representative Directory

Daniel Sheffer

Daniel Sheffer served as a representative for Pennsylvania (1837-1839).

Democratic
Pennsylvania
District 12
Former

Pennsylvania

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Pennsylvania

Representing constituents across the Pennsylvania delegation.

District District 12

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1837-1839

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Daniel Sheffer (May 24, 1783 – February 16, 1880) was an American politician, physician, and judge who served a single term in the United States House of Representatives, representing the 12th congressional district of Pennsylvania from 1837 to 1839 as a Democrat in the 25th United States Congress.

As a member of the Democratic Party representing Pennsylvania, Daniel Sheffer contributed to the legislative process during 1 term in office. Daniel Sheffer’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history, participating in the democratic process and representing the interests of constituents.