Rod Montoya

Rod Montoya is a candidate for State Representative District 1 Primary Election in 2026 in New Mexico State House District 1, New Mexico.

Incumbent State Representative in NM

Rod Montoya, born October 25, 1966, in Farmington, New Mexico, is an incumbent Republican State Representative for New Mexico's 1st District, a position he has held since 2015. A real estate broker by profession, Montoya was elected House Minority Leader in April 2024. He is currently seeking re-election in the 2026 New Mexico Primary Election. Throughout his legislative career, Montoya has served as Ranking Member of the House Energy, Environment & Natural Resources Committee and a Member of the House Taxation & Revenue Committee. He also contributes to several interim committees focusing on mortgage finance, economic development, land grants, transportation infrastructure, and water resources.