Rodolpho Martinez
Rodolpho Martinez is an American politician who served as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives for District 39 from 2017 to 2021. He previously held the same seat from 2007 until 2015.
Rodolpho S. Martinez | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 39th district | |
| In office 2017–2021 | |
| Preceded by | John L. Zimmerman |
| Succeeded by | Luis Terrazas |
| In office 2007–2015 | |
| Personal details | |
| Born | New Mexico, U.S. |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Residence(s) | Bayard, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Education | Western New Mexico University (BS) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Air Force |
| Battles/wars | Vietnam War |
Early life and education
Martinez was born in New Mexico. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in business from Western New Mexico University.[1]
Career
He served in the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War.[2] Martinez has worked as a facility services manager.[3] In 2006, Martinez was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives. In 2014, he was defeated for re-election by Republican John L. Zimmerman. Martinez defeated Zimmerman in 2016 and regained his old House seat. In 2020, Martinez was again defeated for re-election by Republican Luis Terrazas. He left office in January 2021.[4]
References
- Rodolpho Martinez's Biography
- "Rodolpho Martinez". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-02-26.
- "Representative Rodolpho "Rudy" S. Martinez - (D)". New Mexico Legislature. Retrieved 25 November 2013.
- Romero, Leah. "Terrazas wins state House race, ousts incumbent Democrat". Las Cruces Sun-News. Retrieved 2021-02-26.