Raymundo Lara | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 34th district | |
| Assumed office January 15, 2019 | |
| Preceded by | Bealquin "Bill" Gomez |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | New Mexico State University (BA) |
Raymundo Lara is an American politician and educator, currently serving as a member of theNew Mexico House of Representatives from the 34th district, which includes San Miguel, La Mesa, Chamberino, La Union, Santa Teresa, and Sunland Park inDoña Ana County.[1][2]
Lara earned a Bachelor of Arts degree fromNew Mexico State University.[3]
Prior to entering politics, Lara spent 17 years in K-12 education and worked as the program coordinator for theGadsden Independent Schools. In 2018, Lara defeated incumbent Democrat Bealquin "Bill" Gomez and took office on January 15, 2019. He is a member of theDemocratic Party.[4][5] In the 57th New Mexico Legislature, Lara serves as Vice Chair on the House Transportation, Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee, and as a member of the House Education Committee.[6]