About Sheryl

Rep. Sheryl Williams Stapleton has represented New Mexico’s 19th District since 1995 and currently serves as the majority floor leader. She is a member of the Education; Labor, Veterans' and Military Affairs; Printing and Supplies; and Rules and Order of Business committees.

The first African American woman elected to the New Mexico Legislature, Stapleton is a longtime educator in the Albuquerque Public Schools and a member of AFT.

A fierce and effective advocate for public education and providing students with the support needed to learn and thrive, Stapleton championed recent legislation that provides a systemic professional development framework for teachers, paraprofessionals and school-related personnel.

Spotlight Legislative Victories for Working People

Career Technical Teacher Development (H.B. 44)