Matthew Martinez | |
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| Member of theColorado House of Representatives from the 62nd district | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Donald Valdez |
| Personal details | |
| Nationality | American |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence | Monte Vista, Colorado |
| Alma mater | Adams State University Southern New Hampshire University |
Matthew Martinez is an American politician who is a member of theColorado House of Representatives from the 62nd district, which includes portions ofSaguache,Costilla,Rio Grande,Conejos,Huerfano,Mineral,Pueblo andAlamosa counties. He was elected in 2022 and assumed office in January 2023.
Martinez is a seventh-generation native of Colorado. He was born and raised inMonte Vista. After graduating high school, Martinez joined theUS Marine Corps and served in Iraq. After his service, Martinez attended and graduated fromAdams State University with a bachelor's degree in political science. He later gained his master's degree fromSouthern New Hampshire University.[1] He has served on the Monte Vista city council, local government boards, and various posts for the Adams State University. He also works for local organizations that focuses on public services.[1]
Martinez ran for office in 2020 against incumbentDonald Valdez.[2] He lost in the primary to Valdez.[3] In the 2022 general election, Martinez defeated the Republican candidate.[4]
His legislative priorities include better access to healthcare, education, improving the local economy, protecting the resources of the area and other issues affecting the rural nature of the region.[1]
As of the 2023 legislative session, Martinez is a member of the Agriculture, Water and Natural Resources and Joint Select Committee on Rising Utility Rates committees.[5][6] He alsos serves as vice-chair of the Education Committee.[7]
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