Laura Parra
Laura Parra (Democratic) is a 2026 candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 32 (Doña Ana, Hidalgo, Luna Counties) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot.
· Candidate campaign website & Ballotpedia (secondary source)
Campaign site
“I am a candidate rooted in service, lived experience, and community advocacy. As a social worker, therapist, and local elected official, I have worked directly with individuals and families facing challenges related to mental health, addiction, poverty, and lack of access to resources. I understand the needs of rural communities because I live and work in them every day.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey) “I am passionate about behavioral health, healthcare access, education, youth leadership, economic opportunity, and rural community development. Through my work as a social worker and therapist, I have seen firsthand how addiction, trauma, poverty, and limited access to healthcare impact families across New Mexico. I believe we must invest in mental health services, public schools, workforce development, and programs that support rural communities. I am also passionate about civic engagement and ensuring that young people and underserved communities have a voice in government and public policy decisions.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey) “I am proud to have earned the support of leaders and organizations that are committed to advocating for working families, public education, workers' rights, civic engagement, and equity across New Mexico. My campaign has been endorsed by Senator Martin Heinrich, New American Leaders Action Fund, New Mexico Young Democrats, Semilla Action, AFSCME Council 18, American Federation of Teachers New Mexico, New Mexico Voters Coalition Action Fund, and Equality New Mexico. These endorsements reflect the broad coalition of support behind our campaign and our shared commitment to building a stronger and more equitable New Mexico.”
(Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)Jenifer Jones
Jenifer Jones (Republican) is the incumbent member of the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 32 (Doña Ana, Hidalgo, Luna Counties) and a candidate for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Serves in the New Mexico Legislature (Representative since 2023), representing Doña Ana, Hidalgo & Luna County. Professional background: Registered Nurse.
Campaign site
“I don't even know that tax increases, especially for rural areas, are the answer,”
(NM Political Report) “I do want people who need or want a COVID shot to have access to it, but I am also very sensitive to the concerns of my constituents that this opens up, even the possibility, of losing parental rights in any way or losing an exemption,”
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