She is currently a member of both the Port Commission's Governance and Procurement task forces.
Longoria replaces longtime Port Chairman James T. Edmonds, who previously announced he would not seek reappointment. Edmonds had served as Port Commission Chairman since 2000.
She is an honors graduate of the University of Texas and received her J.D. from the University of Texas School of Law in 1979. She is a partner with the firm of Ogden, Gibson, Broocks, Longoria & Hall, LLP.
Longoria has received many recognitions for distinguished service, including the 2008 Sandra Day O'Connor Board Excellence Award.
Longoria will also serve as the Chairman of the Board of Pilot Commissioners for Harris County Ports.