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HB 134 New Mexico House · 2026 Regular Session

UNLAWFUL INSTALL OF GPS SYSTEM

HB 134 creates a new crime for knowingly installing a GPS tracking device to monitor another person's location without their knowledge, consent, or permission. This law applies to individuals who place such devices on vehicles or property to track movements, classifying the offense as a petty misdemeanor. Exemptions cover certified law enforcement officers acting in official duties and licensed private investigators. The bill defines a "global positioning system" as any device transmitting location data to track a person, vehicle, or property.
Issues: ✓ Criminal JusticeSupports Criminal JusticeCreates new crime for unauthorized GPS tracking, protecting privacy rights without hindering law enforcement, aligns with civil rights in criminal justice.90% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill criminalizes unauthorized GPS tracking, directly protecting location privacy (a data privacy concern) under technology policy.90% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 22, 2026 Last action Mar 24, 2026
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Jan 22, 2026
Lower · Passed
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Photo of Joy Garratt
Joy Garratt
DDemocratic
NM
29
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Photo of Yanira Gurrola
Yanira Gurrola
DDemocratic
NM
16