Congresswoman Sydney Kamlager-Dove (CA-37), a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., has been elected Whip of the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC) for the 119th Congress.

Representing California’s 37th District which covers Los Angeles County, Kamlager-Dove will serve in a pivotal leadership role within the CBC. In a statement released on her website, she expressed her gratitude and commitment to the position.

“I am deeply honored to be chosen to serve as Whip of the Congressional Black Caucus for the 119th Congress. Known as the ‘conscience of the Congress,’ the CBC is grounded in our pursuit of justice, equity, and opportunity for Black Americans. With unprecedented challenges ahead, our role as that conscience and our shared work will become more crucial than ever,” Kamlager-Dove said.

Congresswoman Kamlager-Doveemphasized the importance of cohesion and collaboration within the CBC, stating, “Serving in this role is about more than counting votes; it is about building and sustaining cohesion within the CBC, uplifting every unique voice and perspective within our ranks, and ensuring that our members—both new and returning—have the resources they need to succeed. From championing voting rights and environmental justice to safeguarding healthcare and education, I am committed to working alongside our executive board to find new, innovative ways to drive change on the issues that matter most.”

A Spring 1994 initiate of Zeta Phi Beta’s Gamma Lambda Chapter at the University of Southern California, Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove has dedicated nearly 30 years to public service. Her career has spanned all levels of government, including as a California State Senator. Congresswoman Kamlager-Dove is a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee and serves as Vice Ranking Member of the House Natural Resources Committee. She is also the Co-Chair of the Congressional Brazil Caucus, and a Whip and Outreach Co-Chair of the Democratic Women’s Caucus. 

“As Whip, I will work tirelessly to ensure that our caucus remains strong, disciplined, and focused on delivering for those we represent. Together, let us not only carry forward our legacy but expand it—pushing forth our agenda and fortifying our role as a relentless force for fairness, progress, and the protection of Black communities,” she concluded in her statement.