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died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HCR 1: LIMIT NUMBER OF BILL INTROS BY MEMBER

This bill (HCR 1) is a procedural rule change for the New Mexico legislature. It directly affects all state legislators by limiting each member to introducing or serving as lead sponsor on no more than five bills per legislative session. The key provision amends joint rules to set this five-bill cap for both bill introductions (Rule 10-1 D) and lead sponsorships (Rule 11-1 C), while maintaining exceptions for budget bills and governor-requested legislation. The change aims to streamline the legislative process by reducing the number of bills each member can formally initiate.
Pat Woods (R) Matthew McQueen (D)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 280: ADDITIONAL VIOLENT FELONIES

HB 280 would expand New Mexico's definition of "violent felony" to include specific crimes like aggravated battery against household members, certain child abuse cases resulting in great bodily harm, and criminal sexual penetration. It would require mandatory life imprisonment without parole (except for medical or geriatric reasons) for individuals convicted of three separate violent felony offenses. The bill also specifies that juvenile convictions before age 18 do not count toward the "three strikes" unless the person was sentenced as an adult, and out-of-state violent felony convictions would be treated as violent felonies under New Mexico law. This law would directly affect repeat violent offenders by eliminating parole eligibility after three qualifying convictions.
Topics ✗ Criminal JusticeOpposes Criminal JusticeMandates life without parole for three violent felonies, expanding criminalization and increasing mandatory sentences, opposing reform efforts.95% confidence
Cathrynn Brown (R) Andi Reeb (R) Harlan Vincent (R) Nicole Chavez (R)
died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 313: NO PARKING MANDATES

SB 313 prohibits New Mexico cities and counties from requiring minimum off-street parking spaces for new residential, commercial, or industrial developments. It specifically removes these requirements but allows local governments to maintain mandates for accessible parking spaces. The bill directly affects developers and local planning departments by changing zoning rules for new construction. It aims to reduce development costs and increase housing flexibility, though it does not apply to parking requirements for accessibility compliance.
Topics ✓ HousingSupports HousingBill removes parking mandates to reduce development costs and increase housing flexibility, directly advancing housing development and affordability by lowering barriers for new construction.90% confidence
Moe Maestas (D)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 202: GUN STORAGE INCOME TAX CREDIT

HB 202 creates a one-time $750 income tax credit for New Mexico taxpayers who purchase certified secure gun storage (like safes or lock boxes) after July 1, 2025. The credit, limited to $1 million total annually, requires proof of purchase and safety certification from the Department of Public Safety, with applications due within 12 months of purchase. Taxpayers may claim the credit against their tax liability, and any excess credit is refundable. The bill is currently stalled, having been postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, after passing committee review.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesProvides tax credit reducing taxable income, aligning with tax relief indicators for budget/tax policy90% confidence
Mark Murphy (R) Josh Hernandez (R) Meredith Dixon (D) Alan Martinez (R) Andi Reeb (R)
died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 523: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

Based solely on the provided context, SB 523 has no substantive bill text or policy details available for summary. The bill was introduced by Senator Mimi Stewart for the 2025 New Mexico session but was not printed by the Senate Finance Committee and had its action postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025. No specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties are described in the provided materials. The title "PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE" is generic and does not indicate concrete policy changes.
Mimi Stewart (D)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 544: EXPEDITED LICENSURE FOR OUT-OF-STATE LICENSES

HB 544 would streamline licensing for out-of-state professionals by creating expedited pathways for certain licensed workers to practice in New Mexico without retaking exams. It directly affects healthcare professionals (like genetic counselors, pharmacists, and naturopaths) and other licensed workers (such as architects) who hold active, good-standing licenses in another U.S. state, territory, or foreign country. The bill requires these applicants to pay standard fees and verify their out-of-state license status, but exempts them from New Mexico's licensing exams. The bill was referred to committees in February 2025 but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.
Jenifer Jones (R) Rod Montoya (R)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 509: TRANSPARENCY IN GOV'T CONTRACTING ACT

HB 509, the "Transparency in Government Contracting Act," requires all New Mexico state agencies and local governments (including school districts and municipalities) to publicly post contract details online. It mandates that agencies make contract solicitations available within one week of issuance, maintain a searchable online database updated monthly, and include specific information like recipient names, contract purposes, and amounts (for contracts over $20,000). Violations could render contracts invalid, with enforcement handled by the attorney general or courts. The bill directly affects government agencies by requiring proactive disclosure of contract information to the public, aiming to increase accountability in public spending.
Randy Pettigrew (R)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 360: RULEMAKING INFO TO STATE LEGISLATORS

HB 360 requires state agencies to provide the Legislative Council Service with an email address for their rulemaking records contact. The Legislative Council Service would then maintain this list and distribute it to legislators. This procedural bill aims to streamline how lawmakers access agency rulemaking information, directly affecting state agencies and legislators. It does not change substantive laws or policies.
Randy Pettigrew (R)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 567: DWI SALIVA TESTING

HB 567 adds saliva (oral fluid) as an acceptable test method for determining if a driver was under the influence of alcohol or drugs in New Mexico. It amends laws to explicitly include oral fluid testing alongside breath and blood, clarifying that law enforcement must cover costs for additional tests requested by drivers. The bill updates evidentiary standards to allow saliva test results to establish impairment, including presumptions for alcohol levels (e.g., 0.04% or higher) and drug presence. This directly affects drivers arrested for DWI/DUI, changing how impairment is measured and documented.
Randy Pettigrew (R) Jimmy Mason (R)
died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 240: STRUCTURAL WOOD GRADING ACT

SB 240, the Structural Wood Grading Act, establishes a state licensing system for grading structural wood milled in New Mexico. It requires graders (sawmill owners or employees) to complete a state program or provide equivalent credentials to receive a five-year license, and mandates written certificates for all graded wood sold in-state. These certificates must verify wood specifications like species, location, moisture content, and compliance with building codes, and replace external grade stamps for construction use. The bill directly affects New Mexico sawmills, builders, and building inspectors, ensuring locally graded wood meets state standards for housing projects without relying on out-of-state grading systems. The bill was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.
Bobby Gonzales (D)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 375: GRADUATE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SCHOLARSHIP ACT

HB 375 creates the Graduate Behavioral Health Scholarship Act, providing debt-free education for New Mexico graduate students pursuing master's or doctoral degrees in behavioral health fields (counseling, psychology, social work, psychiatric nursing, or addiction medicine). The scholarship covers tuition, fees, books, and licensing costs after other state aid is applied, but recipients must commit to practicing in New Mexico for a number of years equal to the scholarship duration. The Higher Education Department will administer the program using $10 million appropriated for fiscal year 2026, with unspent funds rolling over annually. Students who graduate but fail to fulfill their practice commitment face penalties up to three times the scholarship value.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill allocates state funds for graduate scholarships in behavioral health, increasing public spending on education and health services as part of state budget management.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationProvides debt-free graduate education funding for behavioral health fields, directly supporting higher education access and workforce development through scholarships.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareFunds graduate education in mental health fields (counseling, psychology, etc.), directly expanding the behavioral health workforce to improve access to mental health services in New Mexico.95% confidence
Joanne Ferrary (D) Eleanor Chávez (D) Jenifer Jones (R) Kathleen Cates (D) Linda López (D)
died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 196: BEHAVIORAL HEALTH & CHILD CARE FUNDING

HB 196 allocates $25 million annually for behavioral health capital projects, $25 million for primary care capital projects, and $10 million for child care facility loans through the New Mexico Finance Authority. These funds, drawn from the state General Fund for fiscal year 2026 and beyond, directly support providers building or upgrading facilities in these sectors. Unspent balances from these appropriations will not return to the General Fund, ensuring continued availability for the designated purposes. The bill primarily affects community health centers, mental health providers, and child care facilities seeking capital improvements.
Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $60M annually from General Fund for public health/child care services, ensuring funds stay allocated rather than returning to General Fund.95% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $25M for behavioral health (mental health) and $25M for primary care capital projects, directly funding healthcare infrastructure.90% confidence
Joy Garratt (D)
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