State Representative District 70 in New Mexico State House District 70, New Mexico

2026 Primary Election

• Anita Amalia Gonzales — Incumbent State Representative in Las Vegas, NM

  Anita Amalia Gonzales is an incumbent Democratic State Representative for New Mexico's 70th district, serving since January 2025. A native of Las Vegas, New Mexico, she is also a Deputy Director. Representative Gonzales is seeking re-election in the 2026 primary. Her legislative agenda focuses on championing reproductive healthcare rights, expanding rural healthcare access and mental health services, enhancing broadband for telehealth and economic development, and advocating for Paid Family and Medical Leave and job training programs. She chairs the House Enrolling & Engrossing - B committee and serves on House Education and House Rural Development, Land Grants and Cultural Affairs committees.

• Ambrose M Castellano — General contractor and rancher in Las Vegas, NM

  Ambrose M. Castellano, a native of Las Vegas, New Mexico, is a former State Representative for House District 70, having served from 2021 to 2024. A general contractor and rancher, he also brings experience from his time on the Luna Community College board and West Las Vegas School Board. As a Democratic candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives District 70 in the 2026 primary, Castellano champions the well-being of veterans through comprehensive programs, supports funding for disabled individuals' quality of life, and advocates for healthcare reform to lower costs and ensure rural accessibility. He is a strong voice for rural communities, focusing on infrastructure, water, and agriculture, dedicated to improving education, creating jobs, and enhancing the lives of New Mexicans.