Marian Matthews

Marian Matthews is a candidate for State Representative District 27 Primary Election in 2026 in New Mexico State House District 27, New Mexico.

Incumbent State Representative in Albuquerque, NM

Also running: Abby Christine Foster, Jahnelle Louise Garcia, Robert S Godshall.

Marian Matthews is an incumbent Democratic New Mexico State Representative for District 27, serving since 2020 and seeking re-election in 2026. Her background includes roles as a prosecutor, deputy attorney general, reporter, and college instructor, holding a BA and JD. Her legislative priorities focus on criminal justice reform, advocating for increased penalties for violent offenders and police recruitment. She champions improved healthcare access, addressing professional shortages, and supporting interstate medical compacts. Matthews also works to protect seniors from housing displacement, supports family and children initiatives, and promotes measures against human trafficking.