Richard William Hoffman (December 23, 1893 – July 6, 1975) was a U.S. Representative from Illinois.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, Hoffman was a veteran of the First World War.

He owned and operated radio stations in Chicago, Illinois.

Sterling Morton High School and Junior College 1933-1936 and 1939–1948.

This article incorporates public domain material from the Biographical Directory of the United States Congress