sentences:  Gary Odom was first elected as a state representative to serve in the 95th Tennessee General Assembly (1987–1988).In addition to serving as the Democratic Majority Leader, Rep. Odom serves as Chair of the House Ethics Committee and the House Rules Committee.He also serves on the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee; the House Health and Human Resources Committee; the House Government Operations Committee; the House Calendar and Rules Committee; the House Budget Subcommittee; the House Professional Occupations Subcommittee; the Joint TACIR Committee; the Joint Worker's Compensation Committee; the Joint Lottery Oversight Committee; and the Joint Tenncare Oversight Committee.