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The 1942 United States Senate election in Alabama was held on November 3, 1942.
Incumbent two term Senator John H. Bankhead II won re-election to a third term unopposed. However, Bankhead would not complete his term as he died on June 12, 1946.
| Party | Candidate | Votes | % | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Democratic | John H. Bankhead II (Incumbent) | 69,212 | 100.00% | |
| Democratic hold | ||||
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