United States Representative Directory

Parren James Mitchell

Parren James Mitchell served as a representative for Maryland (1971-1987).

Democratic
Maryland
District 7
Former

Maryland

Role Representative

Current assignment referenced in the congressional directory.

State Maryland

Representing constituents across the Maryland delegation.

District District 7

District insights and legislative focus areas.

Service period 1971-1987

Years of public service formally recorded.

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Biography

Parren James Mitchell served as a Representative from Maryland in the United States Congress from 1971 to 1987. A member of the Democratic Party, Parren James Mitchell contributed to the legislative process during 8 terms in office.

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

Parren James Mitchell (April 29, 1922 – May 28, 2007) was an American politician who served as a U.S. Congressman affiliated with the Democratic Party representing the 7th congressional district of Maryland from January 3, 1971, to January 3, 1987. He was the first African American elected to Congress from Maryland.