DALLAS-State Representative Yvonne Davis (D-Dallas) was recently elected Democratic Leader of the House Democratic Caucus.

Rep. Davis’ duties as Democratic Leader will include coordinating legislative strategy as necessary during the 83rd Legislative Session and act as liaison with the Senate Democratic Caucus and other groups including the Speaker of the House. She will also be responsible for appointing Caucus committee members and making other appointments as outlined by the House Democratic Caucus’ rules and/or authorized by the Caucus.

Rep. Davis of District 111 is currently serving in her 11th term in the Texas House of Representatives. Her legislative district covers a part of southwest Dallas county which includes the cities of Dallas, DeSoto, Duncanville, and Grand Prairie.