Senator Michael Padilla, a Democrat representing New Mexico's 14th Senate district since 2013, recently shared updates on legislative and energy-related activities across the state through a series of social media posts.
On November 18, 2025, Padilla wrote about his involvement in budget discussions at the state capital: "Full day in Santa Fe at Legislative Finance Committee analyzing budgets for health, public regulation, workforce solutions, information technology, broadband and cybersecurity. @senpadilla @nmsenatedems #nmpol #nmleg https://t.co/h3UitCRa0m".
The following day, November 19, he attended an event focused on New Mexico’s energy sector. In his post, Padilla stated: "Attended the 2025 New Mexico Energy Initiatives Symposium at New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology in Socorro. We have so many innovative energy leaders in New Mexico with such great ideas. @NMSenateDems @SenPadilla #nmpol #nmpol https://t.co/Gu7zW0lUCJ".
On November 20, Padilla described a visit to Spaceport America in southern New Mexico: "Had a terrific time at Spaceport America in Southern New Mexico today. First time to see an actual launch. It was amazing. The plans for the future of the spaceport are the best in the world. Onward and upward New Mexico. @NMSenateDems @SenPadilla #nmpol #nmleg https://t.co/pTgqrZjUHd".
Padilla has served as a member of the New Mexico State Senate since being elected in 2013 to represent District 14, succeeding Eric Griego.
