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2026 Race · New Mexico

U.S. House (District 3)

2 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. House (District 3) in New Mexico is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 2 candidates are on record: Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic) and Martin Ruben Zamora (Republican). The seat is currently held by Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic), who has served since January 2021, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Martin Ruben Zamora

Republican

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Incumbent's record this term

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Teresa Leger Fernandez

Democratic · Since January 2021

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Natural Resources
  • Rules

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • HR.6966

    Nutrition Administration Assistance Act of 2026

  • HR.8896

    Loan Forgiveness for Educators Act of 2026

2026 New Mexico U.S. House (District 3) — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. House (District 3) in New Mexico in 2026?

Teresa Leger Fernandez (Democratic) and Martin Ruben Zamora (Republican). Teresa Leger Fernandez is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 New Mexico U.S. House (District 3) election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by New Mexico and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Teresa Leger Fernandez, a Democratic, currently represents New Mexico, serving since January 2021.

What committees does Teresa Leger Fernandez serve on?

Teresa Leger Fernandez serves on House Committee on Natural Resources and House Committee on Rules. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.

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