HB 275 would establish a 0% flat individual income tax rate for New Mexico residents, effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2026. The bill eliminates the requirement for residents to file personal income tax returns (though filing remains optional), modifying existing tax code sections to remove all tax brackets and filing obligations. It directly affects all New Mexico residents who currently file state income tax returns, including individuals, married couples, and heads of household. The key provision replaces all existing tax brackets with a zero tax rate and removes the mandatory filing requirement under Section 7-2-12. The bill was referred to committees but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.
SJR 1 proposes a constitutional amendment to create a nine-member Citizen Commission on Legislative Salaries, independent of the legislature, to set and adjust lawmakers' salaries. The commission would review salaries every four years, require a five-vote majority for decisions, and submit reports to the secretary of state by October 1 (starting in 2028). This would replace New Mexico’s current per diem and mileage system for legislators with a fixed salary determined by the commission. The amendment requires voter approval at the next general election and is currently pending, having been postponed indefinitely in June 2025.
SB 208 increases the annual transfer from New Mexico's Irrigation Works Construction Fund to the Acequia and Community Ditch Infrastructure Fund, doubling the amount from $2.5 million to $5 million per year. This change directly affects acequias (traditional community irrigation systems) and local ditch associations that manage water infrastructure in rural New Mexico. The bill amends existing law to redirect these funds annually starting July 1, 2025, to support maintenance and improvements of irrigation infrastructure. The transfer mechanism is a straightforward reallocation of existing state funds without creating new programs or requirements.
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HB 213 creates tax credits for New Mexico individuals and businesses that install solar energy systems on public school or public post-secondary educational institution property. The credit covers 40% of installation costs (or appraised value for federal credit applications), with a total state cap of $300 million and annual limits of $100 million before 2028. To qualify, taxpayers must prove system installation, safety compliance, and school property use through state certification. The credit can be transferred to other taxpayers and applies to tax years ending before 2037.
HB 414 requires New Mexico counties to reimburse sheriffs and deputies for daily transportation expenses when moving inmates, people charged with crimes, or individuals in law enforcement custody. The reimbursement must use the same daily rate established by the state's Per Diem and Mileage Act for government travel. This bill creates a mandatory reimbursement system for these specific transportation costs, which were not previously explicitly required of counties. The bill passed committee approval but was postponed indefinitely in June 2025.
SJR 6 proposes adding a new constitutional section to create New Mexico's Early Childhood Trust Fund, a permanent state trust fund dedicated exclusively to prenatal and early childhood programs (for children up to kindergarten eligibility). The fund would be financed through investments and earnings, with annual distributions set at either 5% of its three-year average value or $500 million, whichever is higher. It also allows limited use of the fund during state revenue shortfalls to prevent budget deficits, but only if state funds are exhausted. This constitutional amendment requires voter approval and is currently pending after being postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.
HB 136 amends New Mexico's child abuse statute to explicitly include knowingly exposing a child to fentanyl use as "prima facie evidence" of child abuse. This change directly affects parents, guardians, or caregivers who allow children to be present during fentanyl use. The bill adds a specific provision (Section J) stating that such exposure automatically meets the legal standard for proving abuse, making it easier for authorities to pursue cases. It does not create new crimes but strengthens existing legal evidence for prosecuting abuse involving fentanyl. The bill is pending with a postponed committee hearing and would take effect July 1, 2025, if enacted.
SB 141 proposes to increase New Mexico's corporate income tax rate from 5% to 6.9% and establish a $100,000 gross receipts threshold for out-of-state businesses to be subject to state taxation. It creates a new $100,000 deduction for businesses that did not claim tax credits or deductions in the previous year, provided they maintained business activity throughout that year. The bill also includes $100,000 in funding for tax administration software updates. This legislation, introduced by Senator Peter Wirth, was referred to committees but postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, and would affect businesses with significant New Mexico sales activity.
HB 489 establishes a confidential online portal for reporting racial incidents in New Mexico schools, allowing students, families, and staff to submit reports without public disclosure. The Black Education Liaison must maintain this portal and provide links to policy briefs, resources on historically Black colleges, and materials supporting equitable education for Black students. This directly affects Black students, schools, and the New Mexico Public Education Department by creating a dedicated system to address racial discrimination and improve educational outcomes. The portal's submissions are confidential and exempt from public records requests under the bill.
This bill increases penalties for people convicted of possessing firearms if they are felons or serious violent felons. It sets a minimum 9-year prison sentence for felons found with firearms and a minimum 12-year sentence for serious violent felons. Convicted individuals under this law also cannot earn reduced sentences through good behavior (earned meritorious deductions). The bill directly affects those with prior felony convictions who possess firearms, including people convicted of specific violent crimes or domestic violence offenses.
HB 561 requires New Mexico agricultural employers providing housing to migrant and seasonal agricultural workers to comply with existing U.S. Department of Labor housing standards, rather than creating new state rules. It directly affects farms and agricultural businesses in New Mexico that house seasonal workers. The bill adopts federal standards for housing conditions, including requirements for sanitation, safety, and space. The bill was referred to committees in February 2025 but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, and is currently inactive.
