Following internal elections over the weekend, the leadership of the New Mexico House come January is mostly set. While some leaders are returning to their posts on both sides of the aisle, most will be new to their roles.
With Democrats maintaining their majority in the state Legislature, ceding only a single seat to the Republicans in the recent election, the caucus on Saturday again nominated Speaker of the House Javier Martinez to the chamber’s top spot. The full House will still need to elect the speaker when it convenes in January.
Under Martinez, former Majority Whip Reena Szczepanski has been promoted to Democratic floor leader. The position was left vacant upon longtime Rep. Gail Chasey’s retirement. In a statement, Szczepanki thanked Chasey for what she called her, “Steadfast leadership, mentorship, and friendship,” adding she will, “Continue to champion our children, families, and communities.”…