Senator Ben Ray Luján, Democratic from New Mexico

Ben Ray Luján

Senator · New Mexico · Democrat

Ben Ray Luján

Biography
Ben Ray Luján began his career as a public servant working for New Mexico’s Public Regulation Commission, where he focused on expanding access to affordable utilities. Elected as U.S. Senator for New Mexico in 2020, he has prioritized rural health care, broadband expansion, and renewable energy. Luján has authored legislation to improve mental health resources and played a key role in securing funding for broadband infrastructure across underserved communities. He serves on the Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions, bringing a collaborative, solutions-oriented approach to representing New Mexico’s diverse needs.
Professional History

  • U.S. Senator

    2021–Present

    Senator from New Mexico. 1 term.

  • U.S. Representative

    2009–2021

    Represented New Mexico's 3rd congressional district for 6 terms.

  • Member, New Mexico Public Regulation Commission

    2005–08

Policy Focus
Health15%
Native Americans7%
Science, Technology, Communications7%
Agriculture and Food6%
Notable Legislation

Key legislative actions from Ben Ray Luján's record in Congress.

  • Rural Broadband Expansion

    Championed legislation to increase federal investment in broadband infrastructure for rural and tribal communities in New Mexico.

  • COVID-19 Relief Funding

    Secured funding for New Mexico hospitals and healthcare providers during the COVID-19 pandemic through federal relief packages.

  • National Labs Funding

    Advocated for increased federal funding for Los Alamos and Sandia National Laboratories, supporting jobs and research in New Mexico.

  • Native American Health Equity

    Led efforts to improve healthcare access and resources for Native American communities, including support for Indian Health Service funding.

Committee Assignments
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  • United States Senate Caucus on International Narcotics Control
  • Senate Committee on Indian Affairs
  • Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
  • Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation
  • Senate Committee on the Budget
  • Senate Committee on Finance

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