Rep. Pat Roybal Caballero

Maddy summaryHB 38, introduced by Rep. Kathleen Cates, creates a new third-degree felony offense for knowingly possessing or transporting a "weapon conversion device" - parts designed to convert semiautomatic weapons into fully automatic weapons. The bill defines key terms, including that a "semiautomatic weapon" fires one round per trigger pull and a "fully automatic weapon" shoots multiple rounds with a single trigger pull. Each device found in violation constitutes a separate offense. The bill was referred to committees and passed their reports but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 581 requires the New Mexico Environment Department (NMED) and local agencies to inspect all existing facilities owned by a business before issuing new operating or construction permits for that business. It mandates applicants to provide proof their current facilities comply with emission standards, or NMED must inspect them within six months. The bill also establishes a 2025 inspection program using best available technology, increases permitting fees to fund this program, and requires NMED to report on the program to the legislature in 2026 and 2027. This directly affects businesses seeking new or modified permits, particularly in regulated industries like oil and gas, by adding a pre-permit compliance check.

Maddy summaryHB 367 increases the required live race days for racetracks to maintain their gaming licenses. Racetracks paying $8 million or less in gaming taxes last year must host at least 15 weeks of racing with three live race days per week (minimum 10 races daily). Racetracks paying over $8 million must host 15 weeks with four live race days per week (minimum nine races daily). This bill directly affects licensed racetracks in New Mexico by adjusting their operational requirements for license renewal. The change modifies Section 60-1A-2 of the Horse Racing Act to update these minimums.

Maddy summaryHB 289 establishes a Geothermal Projects Development Fund in New Mexico's state treasury with a $20 million appropriation from the general fund for fiscal year 2026 and beyond. The fund provides grants of up to $250,000 to cover study costs or financing for approved geothermal projects, primarily for political subdivisions, state universities, or tribal nations (with secretary approval). Grants require project approval by the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources secretary and do not exempt projects from standard environmental or land-use permits. The fund requires annual reports tracking grant usage, project status, and fund balances to the governor and legislature. This bill directly supports entities developing geothermal energy within New Mexico's regulatory framework.

Maddy summaryHB 537 requires New Mexico's public colleges and universities (excluding specialized institutions like the military academy) to appoint a full-time staff member as a "homeless student liaison" starting in 2026. The liaison must identify students experiencing homelessness (using FAFSA data), connect them with campus and community resources for basic needs, assist with financial aid applications, and help manage coursework. The bill also mandates training for faculty/staff to recognize homelessness and requires the Higher Education Department to administer annual student surveys on homelessness. It appropriates $500,000 for training and survey costs in fiscal year 2026.

Maddy summaryHB 129 reduces the probation period for New Mexico state public employees from one year to 180 days. It directly affects all state employees hired into classified positions, changing their initial probationary requirement. The bill also prohibits requiring additional probation if an employee transfers to a different state service assignment. This change amends Section 10-9-13 of New Mexico's Personnel Act, specifically modifying the probation duration and transfer rules. The legislation passed the House in February 2025 but was postponed indefinitely in June 2025.

Maddy summaryThis bill's text was not provided in the context, so a substantive summary of its provisions cannot be generated. The bill's title ("PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE") is a general category, but no specific policy changes or affected parties are described in the available information. The bill was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, indicating it did not advance to a vote. Without the full bill text or specific legislative language, no concrete policy details can be summarized.

Maddy summaryThis memorial (HM 43) requests the Legislative Education Study Committee to examine New Mexico's Hispanic Education Act and Bilingual Multicultural Education Act. It directs the committee to study current programs, funding structures, and student outcomes for Hispanic and bilingual students - primarily affecting the state's majority-Hispanic student population - and identify successful initiatives by December 2025. The study will involve input from students, educators, community members, and the Public Education Department. This is a procedural request for evaluation, not a new law or funding measure.

Maddy summaryHB 64 would expand eligibility for New Mexico's in-state tuition rates and state financial aid to include non-residents regardless of immigration status, provided they meet one of three criteria: graduating from a New Mexico high school, completing two semesters of adult education in the state, or earning income in New Mexico for two years with filed tax returns. This change requires public post-secondary institutions to grant these benefits on the same terms as New Mexico residents, removing immigration status as a barrier for qualifying individuals. The bill applies to all state-funded financial aid and tuition rates at public colleges and universities. It is scheduled to take effect on July 1, 2025, if enacted.

Maddy summaryHB 183 adjusts retirement eligibility requirements for magistrate judges in New Mexico. It increases the required years of service from five to eight for magistrates who joined the system on or after July 1, 2014, to qualify for normal retirement at age 65. The bill also updates fund administration rules, requiring investment income to be credited to the Magistrate Retirement Fund and clarifying how different account types (like member contributions and employer funds) are managed. These changes directly affect magistrate judges who joined after 2014, altering their path to retirement benefits. The bill passed the legislature but received a pocket veto on April 14, 2025, meaning it did not become law.