Mark Boitano
American politician
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Mark L. Boitano (born July 19, 1953) is an American politician and real estate agent who served as a member of the New Mexico Senate for the 18th district from 1997 to 2012.
Mark Boitano | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico Senate from the 18th district | |
| In office January 1997 – January 2013 | |
| Succeeded by | Lisa Torraco |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 19, 1953 San Francisco, California, U.S. |
| Party | Republican |
| Relations | Brian Boitano (brother) |
| Education | Regents College (BS) |
Early life and education
Boitano was born in San Francisco and graduated from Bellarmine College Preparatory in San Jose, California.[1] He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in political science from Regents College of the University of the State of New York (now Excelsior University), in 1989.[2]
Career
Boitano was elected to the New Mexico Senate in 1996 and assumed office in 1997. Boitano did not seek re-election in 2012 and left office in January 2013.[3][4] During his tenure, Boitano also served as ranking member of the Senate Corporations and Transportation Committee. Since 1992, Boitano has worked as a real estate broker.[5]
Personal life
Boitano's brother, Brian Boitano, is a retired Olympic figure skater.[6]
