Resolution honoring U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a champion of social justice, and expressing condolences to her family.

The House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature honors the life of U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a fierce champion of social justice who passed away on July 19, 2024. Sheila Jackson Lee, born in New York City on January 12, 1950, was a passionate advocate for progressive causes, including Black Lives Matter and gun control. She authored significant legislation, such as the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act and the Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans.

Resolution honoring U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a champion of social justice, and expressing condolences to her family.

The House of Representatives of the 89th Texas Legislature honors the life of U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee, a fierce champion of social justice who passed away on July 19, 2024. Sheila Jackson Lee, born in New York City on January 12, 1950, was a passionate advocate for progressive causes, including Black Lives Matter and gun control. She authored significant legislation, such as the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act and the Commission to Study and Develop Reparation Proposals for African Americans.