SJM17-002 Summary

• Memorializes former Representative and Senator Robert "Bob" Martinez, who died on November 21, 2016, at age 73

• Martinez served Colorado as a legislator for 20 years, including 4 years in the House of Representatives (House District 32, Adams and Denver counties) and 16 years in the Senate (Senate District 25, Adams County), beginning in 1981

• Held leadership positions including Senate Democratic caucus chairman, Senate assistant minority leader, and Chairman of the Joint Legislative Audit Committee

• Founded the Mexican American State Legislative Policy Institute and the Colorado Association of Chicanos in Higher Education, and focused on issues affecting the elderly, veterans, children, and homeless populations

• Directs copies of the memorial to be sent to Martinez's family members, including sons Julian and Gerald, three grandchildren, and six siblings