Eleanor Chavez is a New Mexico State Representative for District 26, serving since 2023. Born in Las Cruces, she earned a B.A. and M.S.W. from the University of Washington. A union organizer for over 40 years, she directed the National Union of Hospital and Health Care Employees, District 1199 (1997-2008).
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About
Family & Heritage
Native New Mexican with deep roots in NM. Raised her children in the Westside community of Albuquerque.
Political Career
Before Politics
Union organizer for over 40 years; Executive Director, National Union of Hospital and Healthcare Employees District 1199; Assistant Director, American Federation of Teachers; social worker, NM Department of Human Services
Education
B.A., University of Washington, 1976; M.S.W., University of Washington, 1978
Key Issues & Priorities
Workers' rights, fair wages, union protections, equal education access, lower prescription drug prices, substance abuse and behavioral health, women's rights, children and families