State Representative District 40 in New Mexico State House District 40, New Mexico

2026 Primary Election

• Nancy J Wright — Medical Doctor in Sapello, NM

  Nancy J. Wright is a Democratic candidate running for New Mexico House of Representatives District 40 in the 2026 Primary Election. A medical doctor by profession, she emphasizes the critical need for accessible, affordable, and high-quality healthcare in New Mexico, drawing on decades of experience and ongoing education in health policy. Her platform also champions strong public education from early childhood through vocational training and college. Furthermore, she advocates for robust environmental protection, highlighting the health impacts of air and water pollution and the necessity of strict regulations against polluters. Dr. Wright states her motivation for running is to bring a medical doctor's perspective to the House, addressing healthcare challenges and implementing solutions for New Mexicans' pressing issues.

• Joseph L Sanchez — Incumbent State Representative in Alcalde, NM

  Joseph L. Sanchez is an incumbent Democratic State Representative for New Mexico's 40th District, having served from 2019-2021 and since 2023. Born and raised in Alcalde, New Mexico, he holds multiple degrees in electrical engineering and business administration. Sanchez is the Vice Chair of the House Rural Development, Land Grants and Cultural Affairs Committee and a member of the House Appropriations & Finance and Legislative Finance Committees. His policy priorities include supporting the oil and gas industry alongside a transition to renewables, expanding rural broadband, and advocating for land grant and Native American communities. He is seeking re-election in the 2026 Primary Election.

• Landon Mcguire Dooley — Candidate for State Representative in Angel Fire, NM

  Landon McGuire Dooley is a Republican candidate for New Mexico House of Representatives, District 40, in the 2026 Primary Election. From Angel Fire, Dooley prioritizes several key issues. He champions law enforcement, supporting dedicated funding, training, and resources for officer and public safety. In education, he advocates for school choice, encompassing public, charter, private, homeschool, and vocational pathways, and access to resources for homeschooling families. Dooley identifies water as New Mexico’s defining challenge, proposing practical solutions like infrastructure and conservation. He supports lawful gun ownership for responsible citizens, focusing enforcement on violent criminals and offering a pathway for certain non-violent offenders to regain rights.