Yanira Gurrola Valenzuela is a member of the New Mexico House of Representatives, representing District 16. She assumed office on January 17, 2023. Her current term ends on December 31, 2026. Gurrola Valenzuela is running for re-election to the New Mexico House of Representatives to represent District 16. She is on the ballot in the Democratic primary on June 2, 2026. Gurrola Valenzuela was appointed to the New Mexico House of Representatives to replace former Rep. Antonio Maestas.