Christine Trujillo, who served District 25 for five terms in the New Mexico House of Representatives, has announced that she will resign from her seat on July 1.In this year's Legislative session, Trujillo worked with a group of high school students for the passage of a bill making menstrual hygiene products available for free in public schools. She also co-sponsored a bill to expand school-based health centers in New Mexico.Trujillo (D-Albuquerque) was known as a leader in women's issues, education and health care."Representative Trujillo has been an important voice in our chamber, drawing on her experience as an educator and her wealth of compassion to speak up for our students and our teachers, as well as working people and their families," House Speaker Javier Martinez (D-Albuquerque) said in a news release.Trujillo released this statement: "It's been the honor of my life time to represent our community in the Roundhouse for the last decade. Thank you to my neighbors for placing your trust in me as your representative. I hope I have made you proud by fighting for our public schools and working to make life easier for New Mexico families. I look forward to continuing to serve our community in my next chapter."Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham released this statement on Trujillo's retirement: "Rep. Trujillo’s 10 years in the New Mexico House were a continuation of her dedication to her community and students across our state. Her work during the most recent legislative sessions shows her tenacity to make New Mexico better and a singular focus on making life easier for schools and families.” State Education Secretary Arsenio Romero said, "As a retired educator, her legislative accomplishments aimed to improve New Mexico schools and her strong partnership with the Public Education Department will have long-lasting impact."