Senator Candy Spence Ezzell is a Republican representing New Mexico State Senate District 32 . A lifelong rancher and farmer born on November 26, 1953, she is married to Calder Ezzell and has two grown children, Robert and Kathleen. She emphasizes dedication to family, freedom, community, and industries like agriculture, oil and gas, and horse racing in Southeast New Mexico.

Notable achievements and positions: Ezzell has a perfect electoral record with 6 wins and serves on the Senate Conservation Committee , Senate Education Committee, and Senate Committee on Water and Natural Resources. She has championed agriculture and water legislation, including a 2005 bill increasing mill levies for predator control and a 2025 bill on unlawful water use . Her civic service includes 9 years in 4-H, leadership roles, Eddy County Leader of the Year , and volunteer firefighting .

Education and Political Experience

Education details are not specified in available records.

Political Experience: First elected to the New Mexico House in 2004 , serving from 2005-2024. Transitioned to the State Senate in 2025, continuing her focus on rural issues, border security, and state control of education.