State Representative District 13 in New Mexico State House District 13, New Mexico

2026 Primary Election

• Patricia A Roybal Caballero — Incumbent State Representative in Albuquerque, NM

  Patricia Roybal Caballero is an incumbent Democratic State Representative for New Mexico's District 13, first elected in 2012. A seasoned legislator, she previously worked for over four decades in labor organizing and as an economic developer for nonprofits across Texas, New Jersey, and New Mexico. Born in El Paso and raised in Las Cruces, she advocates for education equity through the Yazzie/Martinez lawsuit, affordability, and climate action. She believes in paying lawmakers to ensure diverse voices are represented.

• Matthew E Archuleta — Asset Manager in Albuquerque, NM

  Matthew E. Archuleta, a 65-year-old asset manager residing in Albuquerque, is a Democratic candidate for New Mexico House of Representatives, District 13, in the 2026 Primary Election. With some college education, he previously sought this office in 2010. Archuleta's platform centers on improving New Mexico's economy through incentives for job creation, small business loan funds, and increased education funding. He advocates for a constitutional amendment to establish a legislative salary tied to median family income. Campaign finance reports from early 2026 show his committee received thousands in contributions and reported expenditures. He is challenging an incumbent in the primary and currently lacks endorsements from Democratic or progressive organizations.