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House District 30: Veronica Mireles (D)

Candidate Q&A

Name: Veronica Mireles

Veronica Mireles

Political Party: Democrat

Age: 39

Education: Juris Doctorate

Occupation: Civil Litigation Attorney

City of Residence: Albuquerque

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What steps do you believe should be taken to improve New Mexico's economic competitiveness? 

Address New Mexico鈥檚 lag matching inflation so working families can keep up. Stabilize insurance and liability markets so businesses can plan, grow, and create good jobs. Invest in a stronger knowledge economy and workforce pathways. Strengthen healthcare and community stability so families can build, stay, and succeed here at home.

New Mexico is the only state that does not pay its legislators a salary, though lawmakers do receive per diem payments and can qualify for a legislative pension. Do you support or oppose the proposed constitutional amendment calling for a new legislative salary tied to the median family income level?

I support it. Right now, only people who can afford to serve without a paycheck can realistically do the job. Tying pay to median income opens the door to more everyday New Mexicans and keeps lawmakers grounded in what families are actually living through.

With New Mexico now the nation鈥檚 second-highest oil producing state, would you support or oppose changes to the state鈥檚 gross receipts tax and personal income tax structures? Please explain. 

I support thoughtful changes. GRT needs reform because it burdens multiple sectors, adding cost without value. Should use oil revenue to build long-term-stability through education and economic diversification. Any tax changes must be sustainable, predictable, and focused on helping working families while supporting business growth and stronger New Mexico economy.

Would you support or oppose imposing water use limits on data centers? In addition, would you generally support or oppose banning data centers in New Mexico?

Support balanced, responsible limits, not bans. New Mexico can lead by protecting water while welcoming projects that create good jobs. With smart standards and innovation, we can bridge resource stewardship and economic growth, strengthening security, reducing poverty, and building healthier, more stable communities without turning away opportunity or long-term investment.

Amid a recent string of high-profile criminal cases involving juvenile defendants, do you support or oppose imposing stricter sentences for adolescents convicted of certain violent crimes?

Public safety is a real concern, and serious crimes require accountability but relying only on harsher sentences risks repeating cycles. These situations reflect deeper issues. I support smarter reforms that combine consequences with rehabilitation and early support so we protect our communities while helping young people find better paths forward.

Would you support or oppose a ban on selling certain types of firearms, including semiautomatic firearms and machine guns?

This is a complex issue. I found safety after domestic violence through responsible gun ownership, but our children and teachers should never face mass violence. Upholding the Constitution matters, and so does protecting our communities. We need thoughtful, tailored solutions that respect rights while addressing real safety risks.

Do you support or oppose using New Mexico鈥檚 National Guard to assist local law enforcement with issues related to public safety?

This is also a complex issue. Staffing shortages and rising public safety concerns are real, but so are concerns about training, authority, and overreach. I support limited, clearly defined use of the National Guard when necessary, with strong local oversight, ensuring public safety remains grounded in the communities being served.

What changes would you propose to improve New Mexico鈥檚 Children, Youth and Families Department?

We cannot fix CYFD without recognizing the pressure it is under. Burnout, recruitment struggles, and limited training on complex abuse cases impact outcomes. We must reduce demand by addressing root causes, while strengthening oversight, transparency, and support for workers so the system protects children and earns public trust.

What steps should be taken to bring New Mexico into compliance with the 2018 court ruling that found New Mexico is failing to provide a sufficient education to all students?

Meeting this obligation takes more than funding. We need targeted investments, strong support for educators, and measurable accountability that delivers real results. Education should also reflect students鈥 cultures and communities, so students can see their own future, while addressing barriers outside the classroom that impact opportunity and long-term success.

New Mexico has seen a string of devastating wildfires and floods in recent years. What policy steps, if any, should the state take to address these natural disasters?

We need to move from reaction to prevention through innovation. That means managing our land and water, and its reuse, with intention and investing in resilient infrastructure. It also means creating jobs for our own people to lead this work, strengthening stewardship while building economic opportunity and long-term stability.

Would you support or oppose a paid family and medical leave program that would require most employees and employers to pay into a state-run fund?

This should not be an either or. Families deserve to care for loved ones without losing everything, but we cannot overburden businesses. I support a balanced, sustainable program that protects families while keeping our communities strong.

Have you or your business, if you are a business owner, ever been the subject of any state or federal tax liens?

No.

Have you ever been arrested for, charged with, or convicted of drunken driving, any misdemeanor or any felony in New Mexico or any other state? If so, explain.

No.

Have you ever been involved in a personal or business bankruptcy proceeding?

No.