Rep. Christine Trujillo to Retire from New Mexico House

Rep. Trujillo has championed policies to support New Mexico students, teachers, and working families during her decade in office

Santa Fe, N.M. -  Today, House District 25 Representative Christine Trujillo (D-Albuquerque) announced that she will resign from the New Mexico House of Representatives effective July 1. 

Rep. Trujillo, a retired educator, has championed New Mexico’s students, teachers, and working families throughout her five-term legislative career. She has advocated for policies to improve access to health care, support survivors of sexual assault, raise wages for educators, and ensure quality education for students of all ages in New Mexico. 

In the most recent legislative session, Rep. Trujillo worked with a group of high school students to successfully pass House Bill 134, so that free menstrual hygiene products will be available in public schools. She also co-sponsored Senate Bill 397, which will support the expansion of school-based health centers in New Mexico, making it easier for students to access physical and mental health care services when they need them.

“It’s been the honor of my lifetime to represent our community in the Roundhouse for the last decade. Thank you to my neighbors for placing your trust in me as your representative,” said Rep. Trujillo. “I hope I have made you proud by fighting for our public schools and working to make life easier for New Mexico families. I look forward to continuing to serve our community in my next chapter. ”

“Rep. Trujillo has been an important voice in our chamber, drawing on her experience as an educator and her wealth of compassion to speak up for our students and our teachers, as well as working people and their families,” said House Speaker Javier Martínez (D-Albuquerque). “I am deeply grateful to Christine for her service to her community and her kindness to her colleagues during her tenure in the Roundhouse. I wish her all the best as she retires. She will be missed.”

The Bernalillo County Commission will appoint a new House member to carry out the remainder of Rep. Trujillo’s current term. A new Representative for District 25 will be elected in the November 2024 election. 

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