James Edward Proctor Jr. (June 14, 1936 – September 10, 2015) was an American politician who represented district 27A in the Maryland House of Delegates.

He grew up in Washington and attended Dunbar High School.

Following the service he entered Bowie State College and earned his B.S.

[3] He also served as the vice-chairman of the House Appropriations Committee until his death in 2015.

His widow, Elizabeth G. (Susie) Proctor, was appointed to his seat by Maryland Governor Larry Hogan on October 9, 2015.