New Mexico Bills

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 235: SCHOOL MATH CHANGES

SB 235 requires New Mexico public school districts and charter schools to develop math professional learning plans for teachers and implement a math intervention process starting in the 2026-2027 school year. It mandates that math coaches hold specialist endorsements and requires schools to use early math screeners for K-5 students to identify difficulties, with written parental notification and monthly progress updates if a student is identified. The bill also establishes a state math instructional leadership framework for administrators and requires research-based interventions during core instruction or through targeted support. These changes directly affect K-5 students, their parents, school staff, and district administrators. The bill does not specify funding sources but notes implementation depends on available resources.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HJR 15: PROHIBIT SLAVERY, CA

HJR 15 proposes adding a clear constitutional prohibition against slavery and involuntary servitude to New Mexico's state constitution. It would amend Article 2, Section 4 to explicitly state that "slavery and involuntary servitude in any form are prohibited" for all residents. The amendment would require voter approval at the next general election or a special election called for that purpose. This change directly affects all New Mexicans by formally embedding a ban on slavery into the state's foundational law.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 488: INCREASE HEALTH COMMITTEE & MAKE PERMANENT

SB 488 increases New Mexico's Legislative Health and Human Services Committee from eight to twelve members and designates it as a permanent committee. The bill requires year-round staff with health or human services expertise, mandates state agencies to provide requested information upon a committee majority vote, and grants the committee subpoena power and authority to administer oaths during hearings. It appropriates $500,000 for committee staffing and operations in fiscal years 2025-2026. This bill directly affects the committee’s structure, oversight capabilities, and interactions with state agencies.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 234: MEDICAL CARE FOR ALL INFANTS BORN ALIVE

HB 234 requires healthcare providers to provide immediate, medically appropriate care to any infant born alive during childbirth or abortion procedures, regardless of gestational age. It defines "born alive" as an infant showing signs of life (breathing, heartbeat, etc.) and mandates reporting of care failures to law enforcement. The bill creates criminal penalties for intentionally harming or killing such infants and allows civil lawsuits for violations, including triple damages. It also establishes a task force to monitor compliance and requires monthly inspections of abortion facilities. This law directly affects healthcare providers, hospitals, and abortion clinics in New Mexico.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 392: SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAG ACT

HB 392, the Single-Use Plastic Bag Act, would prohibit New Mexico retail establishments from providing single-use plastic bags for carrying purchased items, with exceptions for bulk products, takeout food with leakage risk, medical items, and other specific cases like live animal transport. Retailers could offer paper bags at a minimum 10-cent fee per bag (exempting low-income customers using SNAP or similar benefits), with 7 cents of each fee funding local waste reduction education programs. Local governments would enforce the ban, imposing penalties of up to $500 for a second violation and $1,000 for third or subsequent violations.

Topics ✓ Environment

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 133: CYFD IDENTIFICATION FOR CERTAIN CHILDREN

HB 133 requires New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) to provide standard identification cards to children aged 14 or older who have been in CYFD custody for 30 or more consecutive days. The department must secure the card within 90 days of placement, or within 90 days after a condition preventing compliance (like incarceration or disability) ends. This standard card does not require proof of lawful status - unlike REAL ID cards - making it accessible for youth in foster care who may lack documentation. The bill, effective January 1, 2026, aims to help these children access services requiring identification.

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 320: NECROPHILIA AS A CRIME

HB 320 defines necrophilia (sexual acts with a dead body) and criminal desecration of dead bodies as specific crimes in New Mexico. It classifies using a dead body for sexual purposes (e.g., intercourse or penetration) as a second-degree felony, and touching a dead body's intimate parts for sexual reasons as a third-degree felony. The bill also criminalizes dismemberment, disfigurement, or burning of a dead body as a fourth-degree felony. The bill was introduced in 2025 but was postponed indefinitely by the House committees in June 2025, so it did not advance.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SB 449: MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CHANGES

SB 449 changes venue rules for medical malpractice lawsuits, requiring cases to be filed only in the county where the patient received treatment. It limits recoveries from the Patient's Compensation Fund, requires payments from the fund as expenses occur, and directs 75% of punitive damages to the state. The bill also caps attorney fees in malpractice claims and creates a new Patient Safety Improvement Fund. These changes directly affect patients, healthcare providers, insurers, and the state's medical malpractice compensation system.

Topics ✗ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 595: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

The bill text for HB 595 is not provided in the available context, so no substantive policy details can be summarized. The bill's title ("PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE") is broad but does not indicate specific provisions or affected groups. It was postponed indefinitely by the legislature on June 3, 2025, with no further action documented. Without bill text or specific provisions, concrete policy changes cannot be described.

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 536: DISCLOSURE OF HEALTH INSURANCE BILLING INFO

HB 536, introduced by Rep. Marianna Anaya in New Mexico's 2025 legislative session, prohibits health insurance plans from disclosing specific sensitive health services in billing statements or summaries of payments. The bill applies to all group and individual health insurance policies, health maintenance organizations, and nonprofit health plans sold in New Mexico, directly affecting all insured residents. Key provisions ban disclosure of four categories of sensitive care: reproductive/sexual health services, gender-affirming care, behavioral health services, and care for domestic violence victims. The bill was referred to committees but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, and is currently inactive.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Technology

in committee · New Mexico · House Jun 3, 2025

HB 317: AGING NETWORK PROVIDER REIMBURSEMENTS

HB 317 proposes a $2.5 million appropriation from the general fund to the Aging and Long-Term Services Department for fiscal year 2026 and beyond, specifically to increase reimbursements paid to organizations providing services to seniors through New Mexico's aging network. The bill ensures any unspent funds from this allocation will not revert to the general fund, creating a permanent funding commitment for these providers. This direct funding change affects community-based service providers who support older adults, aiming to improve their financial stability without altering eligibility or service requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jun 3, 2025

SJR 15: APPOINTED STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION, CA

This constitutional amendment (SJR 15) proposes changing New Mexico's education governance structure. It would replace the current elected Public Education Commission with an appointed State Board of Education, which would appoint the Superintendent of Public Instruction to lead the public education department. The amendment keeps the elected commission as the authority for charter schools and retains its existing responsibilities. The proposed changes require voter approval at the next general election.

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