Ray W. Hays (June 14, 1889 – April 5, 1976) was a Republican state senator who served in the California legislature for the 30th District.

During World War I he served as an officer in the American Expeditionary Force.

[1] While in the Senate, he served on the government efficiency committee.

[2][3] Hays is buried in Willamette National Cemetery in Portland, Oregon.

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