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William (Bill) Gray III Portrait, 1996

Serving a total of nearly 13 years in the House, William (Bill) Gray III of Pennsylvania became the first African American to serve as Majority Whip. This portrait honors his chairmanship of the Committee on Budget, from 1985– 1988.

Oil on canvas, Simmie Knox, 1996, Collection of U.S. House of Representatives

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