Meet Tara
Rooted in New Mexico. Committed to Santa Fe.
Born and raised in Santa Fe, Representative Tara Lujan has spent her life in the community she now serves — bringing a thoughtful, people-first approach to New Mexico House District 48.
New Mexico House of Representatives
Representing District 48
Her Connection to New Mexico
Born and raised in Santa Fe, Representative Tara Lujan has a lifelong connection to the people, cultures, and traditions of New Mexico. Her understanding of the community is grounded in personal experience and a deep commitment to the place she calls home.
A Career in Public Service
Before joining the Legislature, Tara served as Human Resources Director for the Office of the New Mexico State Treasurer. Her professional experience also includes working as a campaign manager for U.S. Representative Ben Ray Luján, where she gained valuable insight into public policy and community engagement.
Representing House District 48
Tara joined the New Mexico House of Representatives in July 2020 after being appointed by the Santa Fe County Commission. Since then, she has represented House District 48 with a thoughtful, collaborative, and community-centered approach to leadership.
Why She Continues to Serve
For Tara, public service begins with listening and ensuring residents have a voice in the decisions affecting their lives. She is running for reelection to continue supporting working families, expanding economic opportunity, protecting New Mexico's natural resources, and building a stronger future for Santa Fe and New Mexico.
What Guides Her
Tara's approach to public service is grounded in a few core beliefs:
Listening First
Tara believes effective leadership begins with listening. Through town halls, community meetings, and conversations with constituents, she works to understand the needs of House District 48 before taking action.
Working Across Differences
Tara believes progress is possible when people come together around shared goals. She works collaboratively, respects different perspectives, and seeks practical solutions that benefit Santa Fe and New Mexico.
Accountability
Tara is committed to transparent communication and responsible public service. She believes elected leaders should be accessible, honest about their decisions, and accountable to the people they represent.
Transparency & Accountability
Tara's Legislative Record
Every vote Tara casts in the New Mexico House of Representatives is a matter of public record. Review her full voting history, sponsored bills, and committee work on BillTrack50 — an independent, nonpartisan legislative tracking service.
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