Joanne Ferrary
Joanne Ferrary | |
|---|---|
| Member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 37th district | |
| In office January 1, 2017 – July 27, 2026 | |
| Preceded by | Terry McMillan |
| Succeeded by | Vacant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | July 20, 1953 Ohio, U.S. |
| Party | Democratic |
| Education | University of New Mexico (BA, MBA) |
| Military service | |
| Branch/service |  United States Air Force |
Joanne J. Ferrary (born July 20, 1953) is an American politician who served in the New Mexico House of Representatives, representing the 37th district from 2017 to 2026.[1][2]
Early life and education
Ferrary was born in Ohio and raised in New Mexico. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of New Mexico and a Master of Business Administration from the University of New Mexico Anderson School of Management.[3]
Career
Prior to entering politics, Ferrary served in the United States Air Force and owned a small business. From 1990 to 1996, she served as the planning director of the New Mexico Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Bureau. She also served as a member of the Las Cruces Planning and Zoning Commission.[4] She was elected to the New Mexico House of Representatives in November 2016 and assumed office in January 2017.
In January 2026, Ferrary announced that she would not seek reelection that year.[5] During that year's legislative session, she supported legislation for medical malpractice reform,[6] as well as seeking to introduce a 'Green amendment' within New Mexico, though these plans were later pulled.[7][8] She resigned from the chamber in July 2026 with the aim of giving the winner of the Democratic primary for her seat an earlier start in the legislature.[9]
References
- ↑ "Representative Joanne J. Ferrary". Nmlegis.gov. Retrieved 2019-02-05.
- ↑ "Democrat Joanne J. Ferrary announces run for 2018 re-election". Lcsun-news.com. 2018-03-14. Retrieved 2019-02-05.
- ↑ "Joanne J. Ferrary". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2022-10-13.
- ↑ "Joanne Ferrary seeking reelection for fourth term in New Mexico's legislature". MSN. Retrieved 2022-10-13.
- ↑ Willis, Damien (2026-01-24). "Rep. Joanne Ferrary will not seek re-election, opening NM House District 37 seat". Organ Mountain News. Retrieved 2026-06-05.
- ↑ Bowling, Joshua (2026-01-30). "New Mexico medical malpractice bill clears its first hurdle". Source New Mexico. Retrieved 2026-06-05.
- ↑ "New Mexico lawmakers will make new push for 'Green Amendment' in 2026". New Mexico Political Report. 2026-01-16. Retrieved 2026-06-05.
- ↑ Prokop, Danielle (2026-01-29). "Sponsors pull NM constitutional 'green amendment' legislation". Source New Mexico. Retrieved 2026-06-05.
- ↑ Lohmann, Patrick (2026-07-27). "Two New Mexico House members officially retire, teeing up Democratic primary winners to replace them". Source New Mexico. Retrieved 2026-07-29.