Matthew Martinez (Colorado politician)
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Matthew Martinez | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 62nd district | |
| Assumed office January 9, 2023 | |
| Preceded by | Donald Valdez |
| Personal details | |
| Party | Democratic |
| Alma mater | Adams State University Southern New Hampshire University |
Matthew Martinez is an American politician who is a member of the Colorado House of Representatives from the 62nd district, which includes portions of Saguache, Costilla, Rio Grande, Conejos, Huerfano, Mineral, Pueblo and Alamosa counties. He was elected in 2022 and assumed office in January 2023.
Martinez is a seventh-generation native of Colorado. He was born and raised in Monte Vista. After graduating high school, Martinez joined the US Marine Corps and served in Iraq. After his service, Martinez attended and graduated from Adams State University with a bachelor's degree in political science. He later gained his master's degree from Southern New Hampshire University.[1] He has served on the Monte Vista city council, local government boards, and various posts for the Adams State University. He also works for local organizations that focuses on public services.[1]
