Kristina Ortez is an American politician and non-profit executive serving as a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives from the 42nd district.
Ortez was raised in farming community in the San Joaquin Valley.
[2] Prior to entering politics, Ortez worked as the executive director of the Taos Land Trust.
[3] After incumbent Democratic representative Roberto Gonzales was nominated to the New Mexico Senate by Michelle Lujan Grisham, he was replaced by Taos Mayor Daniel R. Barrone.
Barrone later announced that he would not seek a full term in the House in 2020, and Ortez declared her candidacy to succeed him.