Art De La Cruz is a New Mexico State Representative for District 12, serving since 2022. A South Valley native born and raised in the same home he now lives in, he earned a master's degree from UNM. He previously served as a Bernalillo County Commissioner and chair of the county commission.
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About
Family & Heritage
Nuevomexicano, born and raised in Albuquerque's South Valley. Grew up in the same home he still lives in today. Hispanic heritage tied to NM's historic South Valley community.
Political Career
Before Politics
Bernalillo County Commissioner (District 2), served as commission chairperson; Small business owner; PERA retiree with 46 years of combined government experience
Education
B.A. in University Studies, University of New Mexico; M.S. in Management, University of Phoenix
Key Issues & Priorities
Transportation and infrastructure, economic development, property tax reform for seniors, state-sponsored low-interest student loans, veterans' affairs