Brittney Barreras
Brittney Barreras is an American politician serving as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 12th district. An independent candidate, Barreras defeated incumbent Democratic write-in candidate Art De La Cruz, who had been nominated to the seat in September 2020 after the resignation of Patricio Ruiloba.
Brittney Barreras | |
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| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 12th district | |
| Assumed office January 19, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | Art De La Cruz |
| Personal details | |
| Political party | Independent |
| Other political affiliations | Democratic |
Early life and education
Barreras was raised in South Valley, New Mexico and graduated from Valley High School.
Career
Prior to entering politics, she worked in sales. Barreras ran as an independent candidate for the New Mexico House of Representatives in 2020, defeating incumbent write-in candidate Art De La Cruz, who had been nominated to the seat in September 2020 after the resignation of Patricio Ruiloba.[1] She assumed office on January 19, 2021.[2][3]
References
- "County commissioners appoint state House representative". AP NEWS. 2020-09-09. Retrieved 2020-11-07.
- Candidate, The. "Q&A: House District 12 Candidate Brittney Barreras". www.abqjournal.com. Retrieved 2020-11-07.
- "Rare Independent lawmaker headed to Roundhouse". KRQE News 13 Albuquerque - Santa Fe. 2020-11-05. Retrieved 2020-11-07.