Former US Representative Kay Granger from Texas died on Sunday at 83. She was a trailblazer for women.

Granger was the first woman to be mayor of Fort Worth, Texas. She was also the first Republican woman from Texas to be in the US House of Representatives and the first female Republican to lead the appropriations committee.

Granger was in the US House from 1997 until she retired in January last year due to health issues.

Granger said she had health problems in the past year. She found it hard to travel to Washington, but her staff kept helping her community.

Senator Bernie Moreno called for someone to resign and get help.

Kay Granger is seen leaving a meeting of the House Republican Conference.

Lawmakers remember Granger as someone who helped women.

House Speaker Mike Johnson said Granger served her community and broke barriers for women. She was a teacher, businesswoman, and mayor before being in Congress.

Johnson sent prayers to Granger's family and said she will be missed.

Kay Granger spoke at a news conference at the US Capitol Building.

Representative Lisa McClain said Granger was a pioneer and a leader who opened doors for women.

McClain said Granger's impact on Congress will not be forgotten. She sent prayers to Granger's family.

Rosa DeLauro, a Democrat, said she was sad about Granger's death. Granger served the people of Texas and the US with integrity.

Democrats are targeting more Republican seats.

Kay Granger was interviewed in her office.

Rosa DeLauro said she and Granger worked together on the Appropriations Committee. Granger was the first woman to lead the committee and was part of the first committee led by women.

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DeLauro said Granger earned respect from both parties through her leadership and belief in Congress's role in helping the American people.