Michael Jack Perry

Michael Perry is a Republican candidate for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 primary. A Roswell native and current Chaves County Commissioner, he offers extensive experience in land management. Perry is a retired game warden, serving 22 years in the game and fish department with a degree in wildlife management and criminology. He previously served as Assistant Land Commissioner from 2016-2019. Perry champions conservation and wise use of natural resources, aiming for healthy forests and lands. He supports balancing agriculture, energy, and conservation with tailored policies. Perry advocates for equal standards for all energy producers, including comparable royalties, reclamation funds, and accountability for clean energy to safeguard trust lands and taxpayers.