Committed to Building a Stronger New Mexico by Supporting Small Businesses, Fighting For Public Safety, Enhancing Education, and Expanding Healthcare Access. Together, We Can Create a Brighter Future for Our Community.
Joshua Hernandez is a proud native of New Mexico, deeply rooted in the community. Raised by hardworking parents who built a small business from the ground up, he learned the values of hard work, dedication, and the importance of family. As a State Representative, Joshua is committed to advocating for small businesses by addressing challenges like overregulation and outdated tax codes. He graduated from Cibola High School and recently completed an associate’s degree in Digital Media at CNM. He is set to pursue a bachelor’s degree in political science at Western New Mexico University.
Elected in 2020 at the age of 35, Joshua brought a fresh perspective to the State House, where he has successfully passed significant legislation, including liquor license reform and healthcare improvements including a first in the nation piece of legislation to help members of the limb loss & limb difference community receive the prosthetics they need to stay active, and changing healthcare credentialing laws to help patients see their doctor faster. His diverse career, which includes managing over 200 staff at a golf course and currently serving as the Digital Director for an international public affairs firm, has provided him with valuable insights and experience. Joshua, his partner Skye, and their twin daughters proudly call Rio Rancho home.
Dedicated to making a lasting, positive impact for his community, he views himself not as a politician but as a representative voice for District 60, committed to serving the vibrant community he loves.
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Working for You to Enhance Public Safety, Support Small Businesses, Expand Healthcare Access, Improve Education, Upgrade Infrastructure, and Develop a Skilled Workforce. Together, We Can Build a Brighter Future for New Mexico.
Ensuring our public safety agencies have the resources needed to keep us safe is a top priority. Joshua tirelessly advocates for recruiting and retaining officers, securing better funding, providing training, and supporting police and emergency services to protect our communities while maintaining peace and order across New Mexico.
Supporting small businesses and boosting the economy are essential for creating jobs and providing better opportunities. Josh is committed to cutting red tape, reducing overregulation, and modernizing tax codes to help local businesses thrive and grow, ensuring a robust economic future for all New Mexicans.
Expanding healthcare services and making them affordable for all residents is essential for a healthy community. Josh works tirelessly to improve healthcare accessibility, reduce costs, and support legislation that ensures everyone can receive the medical care they without having to wait months or go out of state.
Investing in schools, increasing teacher pay, and expanding post-education opportunities are crucial for the future of our children and young adults. Josh is dedicated to securing more funding for public education, supporting teachers with better salaries, and ensuring that students have access to higher education and vocational training to prepare them for the workforce.
Improving roads, bridges, and public transportation is vital for enhancing quality of life and driving economic growth. Josh aims to secure investments for upgrading our infrastructure, ensuring safe and efficient transportation systems that connect our communities and support local businesses.
Preparing New Mexicans for tomorrow’s jobs through training and education programs is key to a prosperous future. Josh supports initiatives that provide vocational training, skill development, and educational opportunities to equip our workforce with the tools needed to succeed in a rapidly changing job market.
I would love to hear from you. Reach out with any questions, comments, or to get involved.
Joshua@HernandezForNM.com