CHANGE & REPEAL VARIOUS SENATE RULES

Senate Resolution 2 is a procedural bill that updates internal Senate rules, not a policy bill affecting the public. It modifies how the New Mexico Senate operates by requiring daily online posting of committee bills, allowing senators to request excusal from votes before voting begins, and removing outdated rules (like mandatory weekly committee meetings or requiring committee chairs to be appointed by senior members). Key changes include enabling senators to solicit campaign contributions during sessions and updating procedures for committee scheduling and document distribution. As a rules resolution, it directly affects only Senate members and staff, not constituents or public policy. The bill passed committee but was postponed indefinitely in June 2025.