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.