New Mexico State House District 49 (unopposed)

Current seat holder: Gail Armstrong (R).

Gail Armstrong

Gail Armstrong (Republican) is the incumbent member of the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 49 (Catron, Sierra, Socorro, Valencia Counties) and a candidate for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Serves in the New Mexico Legislature (Representative since 2017), representing Catron, Sierra, Socorro & Valencia County.

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“I will work for mutually beneficial solutions that respect and honor the rich history and continued importance of farming and ranching in our state. Agriculture is a common sense industry that requires greater support and fewer regulations, maximizing flexibility and stability, free of artificially imposed regulatory barriers.” (Gail Armstrong Campaign Website)
“I will work to unite the House related to legislation that promotes responsible economic development in our area. Smaller rural communities deserve the attention and priority experienced by larger cities. I believe we can preserve the historical significance of our communities while ensuring a future for our families.” (Gail Armstrong Campaign Website)
“I will support a common ground effort that is designed to improve the direction of education in New Mexico. By removing barriers we will maintain a balance between compliance and creative solutions for all stakeholders. The time is now to set partisan politics aside to ensure that we move forward on this critical issue.” (Gail Armstrong Campaign Website)