Keeping Up With Kay
Your daily fix on all things Rep. Kay Granger (R-TX12)
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Fast Facts about Rep. Kay:
She was the first Republican woman elected to represent Texas in the U.S. House.
She was the first female mayor of Fort Worth in 1991.
She was also the first female Republican to be elected as chairman of the Appropriations Committee.
Granger has been known to work across the aisle, taking a more centrist stance on issues than some of her Texan constituents.
During elections, Kay has on average, won by a margin of 45 points.
Statement on Retirement
Statement on Retirement
Rep. Kay has stated that it is time for the next generation in her district to step forward and lead. Granger is also facing term limits in her role on the Appropriations Committee, which could be a contributing factor to her retirement. She is also 81.
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