New Mexico Bills

died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 337: DISABILITY & SURVIVOR PENSIONS

SB 337 clarifies rules for disability and survivor pensions for New Mexico public employees. It creates a disability review committee (with medical experts) to evaluate disability retirement applications, requiring applicants to meet service credit thresholds or prove disabilities arose from job duties. The bill also streamlines overpayment recovery by exempting pension collections from state purchasing rules and fixes inconsistencies in survivor pension calculations. These changes directly affect public employees applying for disability retirement, retirees receiving survivor benefits, and pension administrators managing overpayments. The bill was postponed indefinitely in June 2025 and remains inactive.

Topics ✗ Labor & Employment

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 399: NURSING HOME MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT

HB 399 would allocate $19.7 million from the state general fund to the Health Care Authority for fiscal year 2026 to increase Medicaid payment rates for nursing homes in New Mexico. This funding directly affects nursing homes that serve Medicaid patients by raising the reimbursement rates they receive for care. The bill specifies that any unspent funds at year-end would revert to the general fund. As of June 3, 2025, the bill was postponed indefinitely by the legislature and is no longer active.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 358: EQUINE SHELTER RESCUE & WELFARE TRUST FUNDS

SB 358 creates the Equine Welfare Trust Fund (initially funded with $20 million from the general fund) to support New Mexico's existing Equine Shelter Rescue Fund. The trust fund will distribute 2% of its annual value to the rescue fund starting in 2026, increasing to 4% annually after 2027, with a portion covering administrative costs. Registered equine rescue and retirement facilities meeting specific criteria (like 501(c)(3) status, no intentional breeding, and adherence to veterinary guidelines) can apply for annual funding to cover shelter, veterinary care, infrastructure, and adoption programs. The bill requires the administering board to report annually on fund usage, unspent balances, and how projects support equine welfare. It directly affects eligible nonprofit equine rescue organizations across New Mexico.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 623: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

HB 623 has no substantive policy provisions described in the provided text, only a broad title related to public peace, health, safety, and welfare. The bill was introduced by Representative Art De La Cruz but was never printed by the House Rules and Order of Business Committee and was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025. Without any detailed bill text or summary of its specific provisions, no concrete policy changes or affected groups can be identified from the available information. This appears to be a procedural matter rather than a substantive legislative proposal.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 608: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

HB 608 has no substantive provisions documented in the provided context. The bill title ("PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE") and committee actions (postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025) are listed, but no specific policy language, mechanisms, or affected parties are described. Without bill text or a summary of its content, no factual description of its provisions or impact can be provided. This appears to be a procedural bill with no active legislative details available in the current context.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 550: SOLE SOURCE & EMERGENCY CONTRACT INFO

HB 550 requires state and local agencies to publicly disclose details of sole source (awarded without competitive bidding) and emergency procurement contracts. It mandates that agencies post specific contract information - including contractor name, amount, services provided, procurement type, and justification - on the Sunshine Portal website or their public site within three business days of award. This information must also be emailed to the legislative finance committee, legislators, and individuals who requested it in writing. The bill aims to increase transparency by making these procurement records accessible to the public and lawmakers for a minimum of three years.

died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 174: SPACEPORT DISTRICT FUND INVESTMENT

SB 174 requires regional spaceport districts in New Mexico to use the State Investment Council or State Treasurer to manage their funds in a local government investment pool, following established investment rules. This bill directly affects spaceport districts by mandating how they invest public funds, including allowing reasonable fees for investment management services. The change applies to all funds held by these districts and takes effect July 1, 2025.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HJM 3: "NEW MEXICO TRIO PROGRAMS DAY"

HJM 3 is a ceremonial resolution declaring February 21, 2025, as "New Mexico TRIO Programs Day" in the state legislature. It recognizes TRIO programs - which provide federally funded support for low-income, first-generation, and disadvantaged students to access higher education - and aligns with the existing "National TRIO Programs Day." The resolution honors TRIO’s 61-year history, New Mexico’s early adoption of these programs, and their role in serving over 10,000 students annually with $13.5 million in federal funding. As a procedural memorial, it does not create new policies or funding but serves as symbolic acknowledgment of TRIO’s impact.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 425: RULEMAKING AGENCY RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENT

HB 425 requires New Mexico state agencies to provide written responses to every public comment received during the rulemaking process before finalizing a proposed rule. These responses must specifically address each comment's concerns and be published in the New Mexico Register alongside the adopted rule. The bill applies to all state agencies creating or modifying regulations and aims to increase transparency by making agency reasoning publicly accessible. This change does not alter existing timelines for rule adoption but mandates documented engagement with public input.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 73: CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

HB 73 eliminates the statute of limitations for civil lawsuits seeking damages related to childhood sexual abuse in New Mexico, allowing survivors to file claims at any time regardless of when the abuse occurred. It directly affects survivors of childhood sexual abuse - defined as acts violating specific New Mexico criminal laws (e.g., criminal sexual penetration of a minor) - by removing the previous time limits (like the 24th birthday deadline or 3-year window after disclosure to a healthcare provider). The bill applies retroactively, meaning it enables lawsuits for past cases where time limits had already expired. Currently, the bill passed the House but was postponed indefinitely in the Senate Judiciary Committee on June 3, 2025, and remains pending.

died · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 276: PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIPS FUND & PROGRAM

HB 276 creates a new Public-Private Partnership Fund and Program to provide grants for broadband and transportation projects in New Mexico. It directly affects state/local governments (public partners) and private companies (private partners) by allowing them to collaborate on infrastructure projects without following standard procurement rules. The program requires the Local Government Division to evaluate grant applications using cost-benefit analysis, assess project delays, and prioritize projects that expand internet access or address transportation infrastructure needs. Funds will come from the Public Project Revolving Fund, with grants covering project costs while ensuring public funds are safeguarded.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Technology ✓ Transportation

died · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 395: SPECIAL OLYMPICS FUNDING

SB 395 appropriates $100,000 from New Mexico's general fund to the Tourism Department for Special Olympics programs during fiscal years 2025 and 2026. The funding directly supports Special Olympics New Mexico events and initiatives through the Tourism Department's administration. Any unspent funds by the end of 2026 would revert to the general fund. The bill passed committee review but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, and has not become law.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

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