New Mexico State House District 57: candidates

Current seat holder: Catherine J. Cullen (R).

Chriselle Martinez

Chriselle Martinez (Democratic) is a 2026 candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 57 (Sandoval County) on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot.

· Candidate campaign website & Ballotpedia (secondary source)

Campaign site

“I earned my PhD in Counselor Education from the University of New Mexico and spent more than a decade working in higher education and community development, including work with credit unions and local partners to strengthen economic opportunity. Today, I run my own coaching and consulting business, supporting leaders and organizations committed to building stronger communities.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“Helping Families Get Ahead I grew up in a hardworking blue-collar family where education, hard work, and giving back were core values. Today, as a small business owner, educator, and mother of two, I know families are working harder than ever just to keep up. My priorities are simple: lower costs, strengthen healthcare and education, and create more opportunities so Rio Rancho families can build successful lives right here at home.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

“I am passionate about education, health and human services and workforce development and conservation.” (Ballotpedia Candidate Connection Survey)

Catherine Cullen

Catherine Cullen (Republican) is the incumbent member of the New Mexico House of Representatives representing District 57 (Sandoval County) and a candidate for re-election on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. Serves in the New Mexico Legislature (Representative since 2025), representing Sandoval County. Professional background: Real Estate Broker.

Campaign site

“Rooted in our schools, invested in our families, and delivering proven, bipartisan results for Rio Rancho in Santa Fe.” (Catherine Cullen Campaign Website)

“Catherine Cullen has spent years serving the Rio Rancho community, first through our public schools and now as State Representative for House District 57. Her approach to public service comes from the same place it started: listening to neighborhood families, paying close attention to what is happening locally, and focusing on practical solutions.” (Catherine Cullen Campaign Website)

“Elected to represent House District 57, Catherine brought the hands-on accountability of a School Board Member to Santa Fe. In the New Mexico House of Representatives, she turns local priorities into tangible results, delivering practical legislation to support classroom teachers, equip law enforcement and firefighters, and protect our community's hard-earned resources.” (Catherine Cullen Campaign Website)