State Representative District 66 in New Mexico State House District 66, New Mexico

2026 Primary Election

• Dan S Lewis — Incumbent City Councilor in Albuquerque, NM

  Dan Lewis, a Republican, is campaigning for a seat in the New Mexico House of Representatives for District 66 in the 2026 primary election. He currently serves as an incumbent member of the Albuquerque City Council, representing District 5, having assumed office in January 2022 with his term extending through 2029. Lewis advocates for the sanctity of life and seeks to foster economic growth by reducing regulation, lowering taxes, and supporting small businesses. He also aims to safeguard ranchers, farmers, and outdoor enthusiasts from federal overreach and burdensome rules. In education, he champions parental autonomy, believing parents should have the final say in their children's upbringing and schooling.

• Leanne Gandy — Educator and Rancher in Lovington, NM

  Leanne Gandy is a lifelong southeastern New Mexico resident, rancher, and educator running for the New Mexico House of Representatives District 66. A conservative leader, she was raised on a ranch, instilling values of hard work and respect for the Second Amendment. She holds a Master of Education and has a background in classroom instruction, executive leadership, and policy. Gandy advocates for reducing regulations to lower living costs, protecting energy jobs and water rights for farmers, and improving education through local control and workforce training. She believes her experience in ranching, education, and the oil and gas industry prepares her to be a strong voice for her community, addressing rising costs, educational challenges, and threats to local industries.

• Trinidad Malone — Self-employed business owner in Artesia, NM

  Trinidad Malone, a 37-year-old Republican, is a lifelong resident of Artesia, New Mexico, running for State Representative District 66 in the 2026 primary election. A self-employed business owner and veteran of the U.S. Army, Malone is also actively involved in his community, serving as President of the Pena project and Wadz 4 Warriors, a board member of the Artesia Chamber of Commerce, and a Planning and Zoning Commissioner. He advocates for improving New Mexico's economic competitiveness by reducing government assistance for those able to work. Malone has no record of tax liens, arrests, or bankruptcies.