SANTA FE – Members of the New Mexico Senate Democratic Caucus met Jan. 15 to select the senate majority whip.

The Senate Democrats chose Sen. Mimi Stewart, D-17-Bernalillo, as their new majority whip. Stewart served as a representative in the House from 1995-2014 and has served in the Senate since 2015.

“I appreciate the confidence my fellow Senators have placed in me,” Stewart said. “I stand ready to work with the Caucus and look forward to continuing the work we do for the families of New Mexico.”

Stewart started her tenure as majority whip effective immediately. The legislative session began Jan. 16.