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Elaine Sena Cortez

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Elaine Sena Cortez is an American politician serving as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives for the 62nd district. Elected in 2024 as part of a historic majority-female legislature, she brings a background in youth development and higher education to her role. Cortez currently serves as the Executive Director of MyPower, Inc., a prominent youth development program in Lea County, and holds positions as a professor at both the University of the Southwest and Eastern New Mexico University. Raised in Hobbs, New Mexico, she focuses her legislative efforts on state economic policy and family advocacy.

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Born
Roswell, New Mexico
Birth place
Roswell, New Mexico
Education
University of the Southwest, Eastern New Mexico University
Career
Executive Director of MyPower, Inc., Professor

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