Antonio "Moe" Maestas is a Democratic State Senator representing District 26 in Bernalillo County, New Mexico. Born on July 6, 1968, he has served in the New Mexico Legislature for over 18 years, first as a Representative for District 16 from 2007 to 2022, and as Senator since 2022 following an appointment. Notable achievements include sponsoring a successful resolution in 2021 to fund early childhood education via a state trust , advocating for financial literacy in high schools, and serving as House Majority Whip. He currently sits on the Senate Education Committee and Senate Committee on Courts, Corrections and Justice. Maestas is a practicing lawyer and founder of Moe Justice Law Office since 2003.

Education and Political Experience

Education:
- JD, University of New Mexico School of Law
- Attended Universidad de Guanajuato
- BA in Political Science/Economics, University of Washington
- Graduated, Seattle Central College

Political Experience:
- Senator, New Mexico State Senate, District 26
- Representative, New Mexico State House, District 16 ; Majority Whip
- Former Member, House Appropriations and Finance Committee; Vice Chair, Transportation, Public Works & Capital Improvements Committee
- Vice-Chair, Bernalillo County Democrats ; Vice-Chair, 11th District Democrats
- Member, Planned Growth Strategy Task Force
- Co-Founder, National Latina/o Law Student Conference ; President, Mexican American Law Student Association

Professional Background:
- Founder/Lawyer, Moe Justice Law Office
- Assistant District Attorney, Bernalillo County
- Sheeter Operator, Stoneway Carton Corporation