State Rep. Debbie Armstrong thanked her supporters as she announced that she will not be running for reelection, according to a press relrease. 

"It is with a full heart & gratitude for all that I've been able to do for my state that I announce that I will not seek re-election to serve NM House District 17," Armstrong said in a tweet. "I can't thank everyone enough for your support. It has been my honor to serve."

Armstrong was originally elected in 2014 and is currently serving her fourth term in office, according to the press release. 

During her time, Armstrong has helped to pass healthcare bills like the End-of-Life Options Act and the Cannabis Regulation Act, according to the release. 

Armstrong represented that House District 17, according to a press release. 

"It's been an incredible honor serving the community and state that I love," Armstrong said in a press release. "Having passed the End-of-Life Options Act, the Healthcare Affordability Fund, and seeing the state truly turn a corner with the firm establishment of our medical cannabis program and legalization of adult-use cannabis, I feel it is time for me to focus on my family and other projects."

The release from Armstrong's office said that her decision to not seek re-election is also significant for the current redistricting process. Armstrong exit "removes the Citizens Redistricting Committee and New Mexico Legislature from any consideration of her residence as an incumbent when determining updated district lines."

Her seat encompassed parts of central Albuquerque and its north valley, according to the press release.