Leadership
The House Minority Leader- currently Representative Paul Davis of Lawrence- is the leader of the House Democratic Caucus. He is responsible for negotiating with the majority party on legislative issues, appointing Democratic members to committees, maintaining a staff to assist other members of the caucus, and assisting House Democrats both on and off the floor.
In addition to a Minority Leader, an Assistant Minority Leader, Minority Whip, Caucus Chair, Agenda Chair, and Policy Chair are also appointed. Together, these individuals comprise the leadership team of Kansas House Democrats. Leadership plays an important role in caucus activities. They coordinate caucus activities and are instrumental in organizing the priorities of House Democrats throughout the year.
The 2009-2010 House Democratic Leadership Team is as follows:
- Minority Leader: Paul Davis, Lawrence
- Assistant Minority Leader: Jim Ward, Wichita
- Minority Whip: Eber Phelps, Hays
- Caucus Chair: Barbara Ballard, Lawrence
- Agenda Chair: Marti Crow, Leavenworth
- Policy Chair: Cindy Neighbor, Shawnee
