Chairwoman Kat Cammack Announces Delegation Leadership for the 120th Congress

November 11, 2026 Press Release Cammack Unanimously Elected Chair of the Delegation WASHINGTON, D.C. —  Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03) has been elected Chair of Florida's Republican congressional delegation in the U.S. House of Representatives. She will succeed Congressman Vern Buchanan (FL-16), who has held the post since 2012 and is retiring at the end of this term. "Florida's Republican delegation is a powerhouse on Capitol Hill," said Congresswoman Cammack . "When we move as a united coalition, we’re able to deliver real results for all Floridians. Whether it’s working across the aisle when disaster strikes – or pushing for commonsense policies to keep Florida free and prosperous – the Chair of the Delegation position is a critical, Florida-first leadership role. I’m grateful to my colleagues for their trust, and I’m looking forward to working with each of them." "Vern Buchanan has led our delegation for more than a decade and always put Florida first,” Cammack added . “I’m proud to build on his legacy and thank him for his years of faithful service to our great state." Florida’s House Delegation leadership team for the 120th Congress will be made up of the following members: Congresswoman Kat Cammack (FL-03), Chair Congressman Mario Díaz-Balart (FL-26), Dean & Steering Committee Representative Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18), Policy Chair Congressman-elect Ryan Elijah (FL-07), Policy Co-Chair Congressman Mike Haridopolos (FL-08), Steering Committee Representative The members released the following statements: “I can think of no better person to lead the Florida Republican Delegation than my colleague and friend, Congresswoman Kat Cammack,” said Congressman Díaz-Balart, Dean of the Florida delegation . “Kat has brought tremendous energy and passion to Congress, delivering real results and always putting Florida first. She consistently goes above and beyond for our state, and I am confident our delegation will be in excellent hands under her leadership. Congratulations, Kat! I look forward to continuing our work together in the 120th Congress.” "Leading Florida’s congressional delegation for 14 years has been one of the greatest privileges of my life,” said Congressman Buchanan . “Every day, I’ve worked to put Floridians first and ensure our state has a strong voice in Washington. I’m proud to see Congresswoman Kat Cammack step into this leadership role, and I’m confident the Florida delegation will continue to represent the best state in the nation with strength and conviction." “Congratulations to Congresswoman Kat Cammack on being elected Chair of Florida’s Republican delegation,” said Congressman Haridopolos . “As a Steering Committee Representative, I look forward to working alongside her and our leadership team to deliver results for Floridians and ensure our state has a strong voice in Washington. I also thank Congressman Vern Buchanan for his years of outstanding leadership and service.” “Congratulations to Congresswoman Kat Cammack on her election as Chair of Florida’s Republican congressional delegation,” said Congressman-elect Elijah . “I am honored to serve as Policy Co-Chair and look forward to working with her and our delegation to deliver results for Florida.” Cammack Background: Cammack steps into the role having already brought Florida members together to take on some of the state’s biggest challenges. She co-led the Freeze Disaster Assistance Act with Congressman Scott Franklin (FL-18), legislation that would send $3.5 billion in emergency aid to Florida growers hit by the January 2026 freeze. A majority of the Florida delegation joined as original cosponsors. She also worked with Congressman Aaron Bean (FL-04) to advocate for federal funding to rebuild JAXPORT’s Blount Island berth, and the port has since won a $40 million award from the Department of Transportation for the project. ### Congresswoman Kat Cammack represents Florida’s 3rd Congressional District, covering 12 counties in North Central Florida. Cammack chairs the Republican Women’s Caucus, which she launched with Senator Katie Britt (R-AL) in 2025, and serves on the House Energy and Commerce Committee. Issues : Congress