Sheila Jackson Lee will become the second person in Houston history to lie in state in the City Hall rotunda after the death of a lawmaker

HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) — U.S. Representative Sheila Jackson Lee will become the second person in Houston history to lie in state in the City Hall rotunda after his death.

The city revealed its plans Tuesday, days after the longtime congresswoman and representative for Texas’ 18th Congressional District died at age 74.

The city said Jackson Lee will lie in state Monday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. His body will arrive privately for a brief ceremony attended by his family, Mayor John Whitmire, city council members and clergy.

The city added that the rotunda will be open to all, allowing the public to pay their respects and sign a book of condolences.

The city noted the rarity of the honor. The only other time was 16 years ago, when the body of heart surgeon Dr. Michael DeBakey lay in state after his death.

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According to the city, Whitmire extended the offer to the Democratic representative’s family.

“I extend my deepest condolences to the family, staff, and friends of Congresswoman Jackson Lee. This is a moment of unity in Houston as we honor her life and legacy. Although we were adversaries in the recent mayoral race, we have a long history of collaboration spanning over 30 years. Despite our different styles, we have always worked toward the same goals, advocating for the issues that matter most to Houstonians,” Whitmire said.

The city said it would provide additional details about the planned tribute soon.

Before serving on Capitol Hill, she was elected to the Houston City Council in 1989 and served the city until her election to Congress. Prior to her election to the council, she was a Houston Municipal Court judge.

The lawmaker lost her bid to become the next Houston Mayor to Runoff Against Whitmire.

Jackson Lee was also just months away from running for his 16th term in the U.S. House of Representatives after winning his Democratic primary in March.

Earlier last month, Jackson Lee revealed that she was diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and that she was undergoing treatment, adding that she would occasionally take time off from her congressional duties.

Jackson Lee’s family or office have not revealed whether cancer was the cause of his death.

Jackson Lee is survived by her husband, Elwyn Lee, and their two children.