Rep. Day Hochman-Vigil

Maddy summaryHB 99 clarifies definitions in New Mexico's Medical Malpractice Act and makes three key changes: it limits punitive damages in malpractice cases, clarifies who qualifies as a "health care provider" (including hospitals, outpatient facilities, and independent doctors), and requires payments from the Patient's Compensation Fund to be made as medical expenses are incurred rather than in lump sums. The bill directly affects health care providers (such as doctors, hospitals, and clinics), insurers, and patients filing malpractice claims. Key mechanisms include updating legal definitions to distinguish between hospital-controlled facilities and independent providers, capping punitive damages (though the exact amount isn't specified in the excerpt), and changing how compensation fund payments are processed. These changes aim to streamline claims handling while clarifying legal responsibilities for medical malpractice cases.

Maddy summaryHB 156 would repeal specific vaccination-related provisions from New Mexico's 2025 First Special Session laws (Laws 2025, 1st S.S., Ch. 5, §§ 8-13). These repealed sections would have otherwise taken effect on July 1, 2026, governing certain vaccination policies. The bill removes these provisions from state law, effectively eliminating the requirements they established. As of now, the bill has passed committee hearings but remains pending legislative action.

Maddy summaryHB 95 creates a new judgeship in New Mexico's Second Judicial District, increasing the number of district judges from thirty to thirty-one. The bill appropriates $451,400 from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 to cover the judge's salary, benefits, and necessary office equipment and supplies. This funding is specifically for the new position within the Second Judicial District court system. The bill directly affects the administrative capacity and staffing of that district's courts.

Maddy summaryHouse Memorial 49 designates February 4, 2026, as "UNM Day" in the New Mexico House of Representatives to recognize the University of New Mexico's contributions as the state's flagship university. The resolution highlights UNM's role in serving over 28,000 students, awarding degrees (including 3,400 bachelor's), operating the state's only level one trauma center, and advancing research and healthcare. It does not impose new requirements but directs the House to send a copy of the resolution to UNM's president as a symbolic gesture.

Maddy summaryThis House Memorial (HM 19) designates January 27, 2026, as "New Mexico Aviation and Aerospace Day" in the New Mexico House of Representatives. It recognizes the sector's contributions through ceremonial acknowledgment, citing New Mexico's historical role in aerospace, its economic impact (over $300 million annually and 8,000 jobs), and key facilities like Spaceport America and national laboratories. The resolution has no binding policy changes - it is purely commemorative. The bill passed the House on January 27, 2026.

Maddy summarySB 3 requires New Mexico schools and childcare programs to follow immunization rules based on recommendations from the state health department or the American Academy of Pediatrics. It also mandates that adult immunization guidelines align with specific medical associations' guidance. The bill prohibits health insurance plans from charging copays or deductibles for vaccines recommended by the health department and ensures state-purchased vaccines meet those standards. This affects children in schools/childcare, adults seeking immunizations, and health insurers. The bill was declared an emergency to expedite implementation.

Maddy summaryThis bill (HB 590) has no substantive text provided in the available context. The title "PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE" is a broad category, but the bill's specific provisions or mechanisms are not detailed in the document. It was referred to the House Rules and Order of Business Committee on February 20, 2025, and its action was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025. Without the actual bill language or summary describing its policy changes, a factual summary of its content cannot be generated.

Maddy summaryHB 87 clarifies New Mexico's criminal sexual contact law by removing the requirement that non-consensual touching must involve "unclothed intimate parts." The bill amends the statute to define criminal sexual contact as intentional touching of "intimate parts" (including genital area, groin, buttocks, anus, or breast) without consent, regardless of clothing. This change directly affects victims of sexual assault and law enforcement by making it easier to prosecute cases involving non-consensual touching of covered intimate areas, while maintaining existing definitions and exceptions for psychotherapy. The bill passed the House and moved to the Senate before being postponed.

Maddy summaryHB 189 amends New Mexico's Chiropractic Physician Practice Act to update licensing requirements and expand the scope of practice for certified chiropractors. The bill requires all new license applicants to provide proof of graduation from an accredited chiropractic program and mandates that the Chiropractic Board include a certified advanced practice chiropractor member. It establishes two certification levels (Level One and Level Two) for advanced practice chiropractors, granting them authority to prescribe dangerous drugs and perform specific clinical procedures previously restricted. These changes directly affect chiropractic license applicants and practitioners seeking advanced certification in New Mexico. The bill was referred to committees but postponed indefinitely in June 2025.

Maddy summaryThis House Memorial (HM 58) requests New Mexico's Department of Health to study psilocybin-based medication treatments. The study would examine training requirements for medical professionals, safety testing protocols, regulatory barriers, equity access strategies, and potential licensing frameworks for these treatments. It does not authorize or regulate psilocybin use but aims to inform future policy by gathering evidence on safe, effective, and equitable implementation for New Mexico residents.