Former U.S. Representative Kay Granger of Texas passed away on Sunday at the age of 83, according to a confirmation from her son, J.D. Granger. A specific cause of death was not immediately released by her family. However, Granger had previously disclosed facing unforeseen health challenges during the final months of her career in Washington.
Her family later clarified that dementia-related issues contributed to her extended absence from congressional duties throughout much of 2024. Granger leaves behind a legacy defined by decades of dedicated public service at both local and federal levels, cementing her status as a formidable political figure in modern Texas history.
Elected to Congress in 1996, Granger made history as the very first Republican woman ever sent to Washington from the Lone Star State. Her trailblazing path began long before her arrival on Capitol Hill, establishing a remarkable foundation of leadership in local Texas politics and community engagement.