Background
Conroy was born in Footedale, Pennsylvania.
Conroy was born in Footedale, Pennsylvania.
November 1, 1927 – September 20, 2005) was an American politician who served as a California State Assemblyman from 1991 to 1996. Conroy once gained notoriety in the mid-1990s for sponsoring a bill that permitted the paddling of graffiti artists. After serving in World World War II with the Merchant Marines and later with the United States Navy, Conroy joined the Marine Corps and eventually retired with the rank of major.
In 1991, the conservative Republican was elected to represent Orange County"s 71st Assembly District in Sacramento.
Conroy was a committed defender of traditional American values and fiscal responsibility. He served as the chairman of the assembly, Utilities and Commerce Committee.
His efforts on behalf of California"s veterans included leading the campaign for a veteran"s national cemetery in Riverside, and Orange County veterans" charities.
