[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 98 (Wednesday, July 10, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1036]
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                         CELEBRATING BILL GRAY

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                               speech of

                          HON. JOHN R. CARTER

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                          Monday, July 8, 2013

  Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to join the chorus of those honoring 
the late William Herbert Gray III. Congressman Gray's 21 years in the 
House saw him rise to the Chairmanship of the Budget Committee as well 
as being elected Democratic Whip. While many have honored Bill for his 
contributions to public affairs, I would like to recognize his 
distinguished service in the corporate world.
  Following his career in the House, Gray served on the Board of Dell 
Inc. for 13 years and was an integral part of Dell's global success. In 
the corporate setting, Bill took his duties as a Board member very 
seriously. Not only did he actively participate in Board meetings, but 
he also brought his vast knowledge and experience to the daily workings 
of the company.
  During his tenure at Dell, he regularly met with Government Affairs 
and Human Relations teams, among other employee groups, to provide 
insight, guidance, and counsel. As Dell grew globally, Bill underscored 
the importance of the company engaging in a dialogue with government 
leaders in markets from the US to Europe to China. He understood that 
corporate success globally meant more jobs in the United States.
  Bill's passing was sudden and unforeseen, and a great loss to U.S. 
business and government. Michael Dell, the founder and CEO of Dell, 
shared that, ``Bill was a great friend and trusted advisor to me and 
our Board members. He brought a unique and distinctive perspective on 
our business and our industry. I valued his wisdom and insight on 
public policy matters, and benefitted greatly from his sage counsel for 
so many years.''
  I appreciate the opportunity to pause for a moment to remember the 
many ways Bill Gray served his country. Erika and I extend our deepest 
sympathies to his family, friends, and colleagues.

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