Wirth Steps Down After Decade Leading Senate

After 10 years as Majority Leader, New Mexico State Senator Peter Wirth is stepping down from leadership and won’t seek re-election in 2028, paving the way for new voices. Since 2009, he’s championed water quality, environmental resilience, behavioral health, early childhood programs, and repealed the abortion criminalization law. Colleagues praise his collaborative spirit and dedication to New Mexicans. Wirth credits his achievements to teamwork with Governor Lujan Grisham and Lt. Governor Morales, and plans to continue advocating for water, environment, public health, education, and human rights through his remaining term. The Senate Democratic Caucus will select his successor before the 2027 session. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/6446bc0417b07020