“Rep. Hanabusa has quickly become a leading voice in the Democratic Caucus and will be a strong addition to the Whip team,” Hoyer said in a statement provided by Hanabusa’s office. “I look forward to working with her as we continue to promote Democrats’ agenda of job creation and strengthening the middle class.”

Hanabusa called the appointment an “honor.” Her job will be to help count and move votes among her House colleagues.