New Mexico Senator Jeff Steinborn Endorses Haaland for Governor

Albuquerque, N.M. – Today, New Mexico State Senator Jeff Steinborn, who represents the Las Cruces area, announced his support for Deb Haaland in the race for governor. 

“As a state senator and advocate for New Mexico’s outdoors and film sector, it is critical that we have a partner in the Roundhouse who will collaborate with us to grow these industries,” said Steinborn. “I am proud to endorse Deb Haaland to be our next governor, because she is a tried and tested leader who can deliver results. I know she will be the partner we need to protect public lands and create opportunities for all New Mexicans.” 

During his time in the State Senate, Steinborn has worked to establish the Outdoor Recreation Division and the Creative Industries Division, and secured funding to expand medical residencies to increase the number of doctors in the community and state. Through his leadership at Film Las Cruces, Steinborn led the initiative to create a state rural film incentive, and helped Las Cruces become a film production hot spot in New Mexico. Steinborn was also a strong advocate for creating the Organ Mountains-Desert Peaks National Monument.

“Senator Steinborn has consistently worked to grow our state’s economy, and his work growing our outdoor recreation economy makes New Mexicans’ lives better and opens up opportunities for all of us,” said Haaland. “I am honored to earn his endorsement and continue to work with him on expanding New Mexico’s outdoor economy, film industry, and creating opportunities for New Mexicans.”

Throughout her campaign, Haaland has traveled to all 33 counties in New Mexico, meeting directly with families, workers, and community leaders to hear their concerns and share her vision for a safer, stronger, and healthier state. As Secretary of the Interior Department, Haaland managed over 70,000 employees and an $18 billion dollar annual budget. Her plans for affordability, education, public safety, and healthcare can be found at debhaaland.com/debsplan.

Steinborn joins state legislators, House Speaker Javier Martinez and House Majority Floor Leader Reena Szczepanski who trust Haaland to lower costs, improve education, increase public safety, and expand healthcare.