Senator Michael Padilla, who has represented New Mexico's 14th Senate district since 2013, shared updates on his recent activities across the state through a series of posts on social media. His posts highlighted legislative preparations, support for local businesses, and engagement with scientific initiatives.
On September 13, 2025, Padilla reported his travels around the state and attendance at a legislative meeting: "I have circled New Mexico this week. Finishing out the week in Taos, New Mexico at a Senate Democratic Caucus meeting in preparation of our upcoming Special Session. @NMSenateDems @SenPadilla #nmpol #nmleg https://t.co/Yk6Ps2R4XW"
A day later, on September 14, 2025, he promoted a local business in Velarde: "New Mexico Business Saturday- No visit to Northern New Mexico is complete without stopping at The Fruit Basket in Velarde. This family has been feeding my family for years. The highest quality and best prices on chile, honey, spices, fruits and vegetables, pies, and so much more. https://t.co/pFK49vzZxK"
On September 16, 2025, Padilla described his participation in a statewide science conference: "I was proud to deliver the keynote address at the statewide Center for Integrated Nanotechnologies Conference focused on quantum physics and computing. Quantum is the way of the future and something New Mexico can own. @senpadilla @nmsenatedems #nmpol #nmleg https://t.co/uSx0hNDzNc"
Padilla was first elected to the New Mexico State Senate as a Democrat in 2013 after succeeding Eric Griego as representative of District 14.
