The son of an electrician and a factory worker, Martin Heinrich is a committed advocate for New Mexico's middle class families. He is working hard to create an environment for New Mexico's small businesses to thrive and grow, creating good jobs for our communities. Martin is a champion for our burgeoning clean energy economy and treasured public lands. As a member of the Armed Services Committee, Martin saved over 1,000 jobs at Kirtland Air Force Base. Martin is deeply committed to preserving Social Security and Medicare and has fought hard against Republicans' plans such as the Ryan Budget to privatize it.

As one of only a handful of members of Congress with a background in science and technology, Martin brings a unique perspective as we seek to create good, sustainable jobs in growing industries like clean energy and biotechnology. Martin is focused on helping New Mexico's economy grow for everyone, and not just the special interests.

Prior to being elected to Congress in 2008, Martin served as Albuquerque City Council President and as Natural Resources Trustee for the State of New Mexico. On the City Council, Martin led the fight and won an increase in the minimum wage. Martin returns to the state nearly every week, and has held more than 350 constituent meetings in almost three years.

He and his wife Julie are raising their two sons in Albuquerque.  Julie is a project manager and website systems administrator with a regional planning authority. Carter is a fan of science, fantasy novels, and is learning to play the piano. Micah enjoys playing soccer and loves to take photos with his digital camera.