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Jim Cooper

Former U.S. Representative, Tennessee · District 5

Jim Cooper served as Representative for Tennessee, District 5 (1983-2023).

Jim Cooper no longer holds this office. See the current Tennessee officials.

Portrait of Jim Cooper
Role Former U.S. Representative

Office held, as recorded in the directory.

District District 5

The district this member is elected from.

Service period 1983-2023

Dates of service on record.

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Biography

Jim Cooper served as a Representative from Tennessee in the United States Congress from 1983 to 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, Jim Cooper contributed to the legislative process during 16 terms in office.1

Jim Cooper’s service in Congress occurred during a significant period in American history. As a member of the House of Representatives, Jim Cooper participated in the democratic process and represented the interests of constituents.

Jill Cooper (née Nixon; born c. 1962) is an American politician who is a Republican member of the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, representing the 55th District since 2023.

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References

  1. Jim Cooper. Biographical Directory of the United States Congress. Retrieved February 17, 2026.