Rodolpho Martinez
Rodolpho S. Martinez | |
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Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 39th district | |
In office 2017–2021 | |
Preceded by | John L. Zimmerman |
Succeeded by | Luis Terrazas |
In office 2007–2015 | |
Personal details | |
Born | New Mexico, U.S. |
Political party | Democratic |
Residence(s) | Bayard, New Mexico, U.S. |
Education | Western New Mexico University (BS) |
Military service | |
Branch/service | United States Air Force |
Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Rodolpho Martinez is an American politician who served as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives for District 39 from 2017 to 2021. He previously held the same seat from 2007 until 2015.
Early life and education
Martinez was born in New Mexico. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Western New Mexico University.[1]
Career
He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.[2] Martinez has worked as a facility services manager.[3] In 2006, Martinez was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives. In 2014, he was defeated for re-election by Republican John L. Zimmerman. Martinez defeated Zimmerman in 2016 and regained his old House seat. In 2020, Martinez was again defeated for re-election by Republican Luis Terrazas. He left office in January 2021.[4]
References
- ^ Rodolpho Martinez's Biography
- ^ "Rodolpho Martinez". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
- ^ "Representative Rodolpho "Rudy" S. Martinez - (D)". New Mexico Legislature. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- ^ Romero, Leah. "Terrazas wins state House race, ousts incumbent Democrat". Las Cruces Sun-News. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
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