Nathan Small

Nathan Small is a conservation coordinator at the New Mexico Wilderness Alliance, demonstrating his commitment to environmental protection and preservation in New Mexico.2 His role at the organization aligns with his background as a lifelong outdoorsman and his passion for public service.1

Political Career

Nathan Small is also a Democratic State Representative for House District 36, representing Doña Ana County in New Mexico.3 He has been serving in the State Legislature since 2016.1 Prior to his state-level position, Small was elected to the Las Cruces City Council in 2007, where he led efforts to create the City of Las Cruces Sustainability Officer and focused on economic development and neighborhood care.1

Background and Education

Nathan is a third-generation New Mexican, coming from a family of teachers and ranchers.1 He grew up in El Cerro Mission in modest circumstances. While specific details about his education are limited in the provided information, it is mentioned that he attended The College of Wooster.2

Legislative Priorities and Achievements

As the Chair of the House Budget Committee, Nathan Small focuses on:

1. Making the state budget work for families
2. Reflecting the values of working families

Some of his notable achievements include:

• Providing over $100 million to hire police and sheriff's officers
• Adding $500 million for public schools
• Cutting gross receipts tax
• Eliminating tax on Social Security
• Leading a bipartisan effort resulting in $54.7 billion in savings for the future
• Increasing working families and child tax credits
• Passing the Healthy Soils Act
• Leading efforts to save billions of gallons of freshwater annually1

Nathan Small's priorities in the State Legislature encompass healthcare, economic development, public safety, water conservation, and reproductive rights.1

His work as both a conservation coordinator and a state representative demonstrates his commitment to environmental protection and public service in New Mexico.