Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies at 74

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies at 74
US

House Democratic Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee of Texas has died, according to a statement issued Friday night from her family.

The congresswoman died at the age of 74.

“With incredible grief for our loss yet deep gratitude for the life she shared with us, we announce the passing of United States Representative Sheila Jackson Lee of the 18th Congressional District of Texas,” her family said in a statement.

“A local, national, and international humanitarian, she was acknowledged worldwide for her courageous fights for racial justice, criminal justice, and human rights, with a special emphasis on women and children,” the statement continued.

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee dies at 74

PHOTO: Congressional Black Caucus Foundation Annual Legislative Conference – Phoenix Awards (Jemal Countess/Getty Images for Congressional B)

Rep. Jackson Lee was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer in June.

“She will be dearly missed, but her legacy will continue to inspire all who believe in freedom, justice and democracy,” her family said.

A member of the Congressional Black Caucus, she has served in Congress for roughly 30 years. Most recently, Jackson Lee reintroduced the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act in May.

Jackson Lee, who represented Texas’ 18th District, which encompasses parts of Houston, recently won a primary election to regain her seat.

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