ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (AP) — The Bernalillo County Commission is accepting applications for a vacant seat in the state Senate.
Tim Keller, a Democrat who represented much of Albuquerque's Southeast Heights, won the race to become state auditor.
The commission is tasked with recommending at least one person to replace him.
Bernalillo County Deputy County Attorney Peter Auh says since Senate District 17 lies wholly within Bernalillo County, commissioners will appoint a replacement with no involvement from the governor.
Applications are being accepted through noon Wednesday. The commission expects to make its selection at a special meeting Thursday.