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SB 197 New Mexico Senate · 2026 Regular Session

RATON ANIMAL SHELTER SERVICES

SB 197 provides $2.5 million in state funding for the Raton Animal Shelter during fiscal year 2027. The bill directs the Department of Finance and Administration to contract for spay/neuter programs, veterinary care, and physical improvements at the shelter. This funding directly supports the shelter's operations and the animals it serves in Raton, New Mexico. Any unspent funds at year-end would return to the state general fund.
Issues: ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2.5M for shelter operations (public service), directs state funds with unspent funds returning to general fund, aligning with fiscal responsibility and public service funding.95% confidence
Bill status in committee 1 of 4 stages cleared
Introduction
Jan 2026
Committee Review
Floor Vote
Governor
Introduced Jan 30, 2026 Last action Mar 24, 2026
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Feb 7, 2026
Upper · Passed
DO PASS committee report adopted
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Jan 30, 2026
Introduced
Sent to Senate Committees' Committee & Senate Conservation Committee & Senate Finance Committee
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Pete Campos
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