Former Representative Kay Granger, a trailblazer for women in politics, has passed away at the age of 83. Her legacy will be remembered by her colleagues as a champion of breaking barriers for women in public service.
Granger held several historic positions, including the first woman elected mayor of Fort Worth, Texas, as well as the first Republican woman from Texas elected to the U.S. House of Representatives and the first female Republican appropriations chair. Her groundbreaking achievements paved the way for future generations of women in politics.
After serving in the U.S. House since 1997, Granger retired in January of last year due to health challenges and extended absences from Washington. Her dedication to public service spanned nearly three decades, during which she also served as Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee.
Her colleagues remember Granger as a devoted leader who made a lasting impact on her community. House Speaker Mike Johnson said in a statement, "Kay Granger devoted her life to serving her Fort Worth, Texas community — as a teacher and businesswoman, on the Fort Worth Zoning Commission and City Council, as Mayor, and in Congress for nearly three decades, where she also served as Chairwoman of the House Appropriations Committee."
