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Jaime Benítez

Jaime Benítez served as a representative for Puerto Rico (1973-1977).

  • Popular Democrat
  • Puerto Rico
  • District At-Large
  • Former
Portrait of Jaime BenítezPuerto Rico
Role Representative

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State Puerto Rico

Representing constituents across the Puerto Rico delegation.

District District At-Large

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1973-1977

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Jaime Benítez (born October 29, 1908) was a Puerto Rican politician who served as a Representative in the United States Congress. He represented Puerto Rico as an At-Large member and was affiliated with the Popular Democrat Party. His service in Congress identified him as a historical member representing the interests of Puerto Rico at the federal level.

Benítez held the role of Representative from January 3, 1973, to January 3, 1977, completing two terms in office. During this period, he served as a Popular Democrat Representative for Puerto Rico’s At-Large district. His tenure placed him among the notable Puerto Rican figures who have held congressional office, contributing to the political representation of Puerto Rico in the United States during the mid-1970s.

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