What Happened
Former US House Representative Bill Archer, who represented Texas's 7th congressional district, died at the age of 98. Archer served in the House of Representatives for 30 years, from 1971 to 2001.
During his tenure, Archer was a member of the influential House Ways and Means Committee, where he played a significant role in shaping tax legislation. He was a prominent figure in Republican tax policy discussions.
Archer's career in Congress spanned three decades, during which he became a well-known figure for his legislative work. He was a former tax writer for the House GOP.
Key Facts
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Former US House Representative Bill Archer died at age 98.
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Archer represented Texas's 7th congressional district.
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He served in the House of Representatives for 30 years.
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Archer was a member of the House Ways and Means Committee.
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He was known for his work on tax policy.