Mary Helen Garcia seeks 8th term in Legislature
Sun-News reportLAS CRUCES — State Rep. Mary Helen Garcia has announced that she will seek re-election to another two-year term representing District 34.
Garcia, a Las Cruces Democrat, was first elected to the Legislature in 1997. She is chairwoman of the House Voters and Elections Committee, and this past year was co-chair of the Redistricting Committee. She has also served on the Appropriations and Finance Committee and the Education Committee.
In announcing her decision to seek re-election, Garcia said she was "eager and committed to continue working for the people of District 34.
"As a retired educator of over 32 years, I will continue to be an advocate for children and families," Garcia said.
This past session she carried the bill that would have allowed the retention of one year for students in third grade or younger who are unable to read at grade level. it passed in the House, but not in the Senate.
Garcia said she is also proud of her work promoting economic development in the southern part of the state, including legislation to help bring the Union Pacific depot to the Santa Teresa area.
"My hope is that the people of District 34 will re-elect me so that I may continue to be a voice for their future," she said.
The primary election is June 5, and the general election is Nov. 6.
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