Mark Pafford Selects Mia Jones as Democratic Leader Pro Tempore

Florida House Democratic Leader-designate Mark Pafford, D-West Palm Beach, has announced that Rep. Mia Jones , D-Jacksonville, will be the Democratic leader pro tempore for the 2015-16 legislative session.

Mia has proven herself with consistent ability. Shes loyal to the people she represents," said Pafford. "Shes taken the time and put in the hard work to know the issues very well, Pafford said. Her commitment to improve the health of every Floridian, especially its youngest people, is a credit to Mia and a huge benefit to Democrats in the House of Representatives. All of us are lucky shell be back as leader pro tem.

Jones has represented HD 14 since 2008 and previously served as the Democratic leader pro tempore from 2013-14.

I look forward to working with Mark to solidify the caucus as one body, to recognize the importance of standing as one, and fighting as one, for the things we believe in, Jones said.Now it really becomes a greater responsibility to stand united as Democrats to fight for whats most important to us.

The House Democratic Caucus will convene at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 17, to elect its leader. The electedleader submits his or her nominee for Democratic leader pro tempore for approval of the caucus.