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Patrick J. Conroy
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House Chaplain Patrick J. Conroy.jpg
60th Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives
In office
May 25, 2011 January 3, 2021
Religious titles
Preceded by Chaplain of the United States House of Representatives
2011–2021
Succeeded by