Joanne Ferrary

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Joanne Ferrary

U.S.A.

Party Democrat
Latest Campaign State House of Reps
Date of Birth July 20, 1953 (Age: 73)
Overall Community Sentiment: Neutral

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Overview
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Personal Background

Joanne Ferrary holds a Bachelor of Arts and a Master of Business Administration from the University of New Mexico. She served in the United States Air Force and later owned a small business. Ferrary has held significant roles in both the public and private sectors, including serving as a planning director for the New Mexico Department of Transportation Traffic Safety Bureau. She has also been active in local government as a member of the Las Cruces Planning and Zoning Commission. Ferrary's career in the state legislature included advocating for medical malpractice reform and environmental initiatives.

Political Ideas

Joanne Ferrary's political identity is marked by a blend of localized economic advocacy and unexpected environmental policy proposals. Ferrary's legislative efforts, such as medical malpractice reform, reflect a focus on practical improvements within her region. Her introduction of a 'Green amendment' in New Mexico, despite its eventual withdrawal, indicates a willingness to tackle environmental issues in a potentially unconventional manner. Ferrary's strategic resignation from the House of Representatives in 2026 to benefit the Democratic primary winner showcases an ideological agility and a broader commitment to party interests over personal ambition.

Campaigns
2024: New Mexico State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Mexico's 37th House District general election, 2024

9,479 votes (100.00%)

Win

Position Details

Committee Membership
Tobacco Settlement Revenue Oversight Committee
Chair
Radioactive & Hazardous Materials Committee
Vice Chair
Courts, Corrections & Justice Committee
Advisory
Legislative Health & Human Services Committee
Advisory
Water & Natural Resources Committee
Advisory
Revenue Stabilization & Tax Policy Committee
Designee
2022: New Mexico State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Mexico House of Representatives 37th District general election, 2022

5,557 votes (57.25%)

Win
2020: New Mexico State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

37th District General Election, 2020

9,353 votes (53.60%)

Win
2018: New Mexico State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

37th District General Election, 2018

7,741 votes (59.70%)

Win
2016: New Mexico State House of Representatives
ELECTED

Election History

New Mexico House of Representatives 37th district general election, 2016

7,483 votes (52.54%)

Win
2014: New Mexico State House of Representatives

Election History

New Mexico House of Representatives 37th district general election, 2014

4,283 votes (47.72%)

Loss

Winner: Terry McMillan

2012: New Mexico State House of Representatives

Election History

New Mexico House of Representatives 37th district general election, 2012

6,259 votes (49.97%)

Loss

Winner: Terry McMillan