Republican · Governor, New Mexico
General election Tuesday, Nov 3, 2026
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Mayor of Rio Rancho (2014–2026).
Also running: Deb Haaland (D)
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Healthcare
Access to quality healthcare is vital for every New Mexican, urban and rural alike. Families should not have to drive hours to see a doctor or wait months for basic care. As Mayor, Gregg Hull built strong local services; as Governor, he will bring that same results-driven leadership to healthcare access statewide. He …
Education
New Mexico’s greatest asset is its children. As Governor, Gregg will make meaningful investments in public education and demand accountability, ensuring every child receives a high-quality education and the best possible chance to succeed. He will establish accessible youth tutoring programs, strengthen the state’s …
What measures would you propose to improve Pre-K - 12 education?
New Mexico's reading and math scores rank among the nation's lowest, yet the state has responded by lowering standards rather than raising them. I will reverse that trend by tying a portion of school funding to measurable gains in literacy, math, and graduation rates. I will expand career and technical education so students graduate with industry-recognized skills, establish accessible tutoring programs, and give parents transparent access to curriculum and progress data. I will also address chronic absenteeism and reform the Public Education Department to focus on results.
How would you address future water needs in an increasingly arid state?
Water security is not optional — it is the foundation of economic growth, agriculture, and stable communities. Rio Rancho led the state with the state’s first-ever aquifer recharge system. As governor, I will invest in brackish water treatment to create new sources of supply, reducing pressure on rivers and freshwater aquifers. I will upgrade aging infrastructure to cut leaks, expand advanced wastewater treatment for safe reuse, and support modern irrigation systems to protect farmers' livelihoods. I will meet our interstate obligations to deliver water downstream and pursue transparent negotiations to resolve outstanding Tribal water rights. Long-term certainty for every water user starts with planning ahead and acting now.
Crime
Mayor Hull has always prioritized public safety, and that will not change as Governor. Under his leadership, the Rio Rancho Police budget has more than doubled and the city has been consistently ranked one of the safest in New Mexico. As Governor, Gregg will increase police presence throughout the state at both the …
List your top priorities, and explain how you will achieve them.
My top priorities are public safety, economic growth, education, infrastructure and water security, and protecting children. I will increase police presence and enhance border security to address crime and the fentanyl crisis. I will attract high-paying jobs through targeted business incentives and energy expansion. I will hold schools accountable for outcomes while expanding career training. I will invest in brackish water treatment and aquifer recharge for long-term supply. And I will reform CYFD with clear standards, oversight, and stable caseworker staffing.
Four Steps to Zero - Ending Personal Income Tax
New Mexicans should be able to keep more of what they earn. Gregg Hull’s Four Steps to Zero proposal would phase out state tax on eligible personal income while keeping net business profits taxable. Relief would begin with the first $25,000 of eligible taxable personal income for single filers and $50,000 for married …
Jobs and the Economy
As the “Pro Business Mayor,” Gregg Hull has secured more than $6 billion in investments in Rio Rancho. As Governor, he will fight to bring new business to New Mexico and strengthen existing employers by using targeted incentives to attract high-paying jobs, expanding the state’s energy portfolio to include all sources …
What criteria should be applied when considering proposed large economic development projects?
Projects should be evaluated on the quality and wages of jobs created, their alignment with New Mexico's existing strengths — research, advanced manufacturing, energy, and defense — and whether they support workforce development. Incentives must be tied to measurable results and fiscal accountability. Projects should benefit both rural and urban communities, avoid placing undue burdens on infrastructure or public services, and strengthen long-term economic resilience. My core question: does this investment leave New Mexico more diversified, more self-sufficient, and better positioned to grow?
What qualifies you for this office?
I have been a New Mexico resident for more than 40 years, an entrepreneur, and Rio Rancho's longest-serving mayor, elected three times beginning in 2014. Before entering public service, I built and operated two businesses, gaining direct experience with job creation and regulatory challenges. As mayor, I doubled the police budget, helped Rio Rancho earn recognition as New Mexico's safest city, and attracted more than $6 billion in investment. In 2024, Rio Rancho was named a Best Place to Live for Families and the state's most affordable city. I am ready to bring that same record of results to all New Mexicans.
Gregg Hull is not a current member of Congress, so there is no congressional roll-call record to show. State legislative or local records are not yet compiled.