Maddy summaryHB 331 amends New Mexico's criminal record expungement law to allow individuals charged with a domestic violence crime to request removal of their arrest and public records immediately after being acquitted or having the case dismissed with prejudice. The bill requires courts to complete expungement within 30 days of the order and prohibits any fees for submitting requests or processing the expungement. This change directly affects people cleared of domestic violence charges, such as assault or battery against a household member, making it easier to clear records without waiting periods. The bill also clarifies the definition of "domestic violence crime" to include specific offenses like assault against household members under state law.
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Maddy summaryHB 333 allows defendants who win libel, slander, or privacy lawsuits to recover triple damages and legal fees from the plaintiff if the lawsuit was based on a true statement the defendant made about their own experience with sexual assault, sexual harassment, or unlawful discrimination - and the statement was made without malice. It applies only to cases where the plaintiff sued over the defendant’s personal experience with these specific issues. The law creates a financial penalty for plaintiffs who bring such claims without factual basis. This directly affects defendants in these limited types of lawsuits who successfully defend against claims about their own sensitive experiences.
Maddy summaryHB 280 creates a three-year pilot program in New Mexico that provides grants to nonprofit organizations, schools, and tribal entities to fund paid internships for youth aged 14-22. The grants supplement internship pay (requiring shared funding from host organizations), cover support services like career counseling, and must collect data on outcomes such as internship completion and post-internship employment. The Workforce Solutions Department will administer the program, requiring grantees to have complaint systems and report annually to the legislature. The bill appropriates $250,000 (2027-2029) for this initiative, with unspent funds reverting to the general fund by 2029.
Maddy summaryThis is a fictional legislative bill (HM 29) created for illustrative purposes, as it references events that have not occurred (e.g., a 2026 U.S. invasion of Venezuela under President Trump). The bill is a **non-binding memorial** (not a law) formally condemning a fictional U.S. military action against Venezuela, including the alleged seizure of President Maduro. It does not create new policies or affect any real individuals or entities, as it describes an invented scenario. The document primarily expresses symbolic disapproval and calls for a transition to democratic governance in Venezuela, with no enforceable provisions. No real legislative action on this bill exists, as it is part of a hypothetical example.
Maddy summaryHB 134 creates a new crime for knowingly installing a GPS tracking device to monitor another person's location without their knowledge, consent, or permission. This law applies to individuals who place such devices on vehicles or property to track movements, classifying the offense as a petty misdemeanor. Exemptions cover certified law enforcement officers acting in official duties and licensed private investigators. The bill defines a "global positioning system" as any device transmitting location data to track a person, vehicle, or property.
Maddy summaryHB 119 adds a new funding category for school districts based on the number of licensed teachers with bilingual endorsements working in approved programs. School districts earn additional state funding for each such teacher, but must verify the teacher holds a valid bilingual endorsement, works in a department-approved program, and receives a salary differential (extra pay) equal to the funding value. This directly affects bilingual-certified teachers and school districts receiving state education funding. The bill modifies New Mexico’s school finance formula to include this category as a separate "program unit" for calculating district funding. It does not change teacher certification requirements but ties funding to verified bilingual staff and their compensation.
Maddy summaryHB 118 creates a three-year pilot program to provide specialized biliteracy training for teachers working with at-risk students (defined as economically disadvantaged, English language learners, Native American, or students with disabilities) in New Mexico public schools. The bill requires the Public Education Department to select 125 teachers in year one, increasing to 500 by year three, prioritizing schools with high bilingual enrollment and existing bilingual programs. Training focuses on teaching reading/writing in two languages (biliteracy), cross-language communication (transliteracy), and integrating multiple communication modes (multiliteracy), with mandatory annual reports on student outcomes and teacher development. The program is funded with $6.645 million from the general fund for fiscal years 2027-2029.
Maddy summaryHouse Memorial 10, introduced by Representative Yanira Gurrola, requests the Legislative Education Study Committee to review how New Mexico school districts implement human sexuality education standards. The committee must evaluate current practices across districts and identify improvements to ensure students receive medically accurate, comprehensive education on sexual health, contraception, and relationships. The review will culminate in a report with recommendations for legislative action by December 1, 2026. This procedural request does not change existing standards but aims to address inconsistent access to evidence-based education for students.
Maddy summaryThis joint memorial (HJM 1) expresses New Mexico's legislative support for strengthening ties between Taiwan and both the U.S. and New Mexico. It specifically encourages cooperation in trade, technology, education, and Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations like the WHO and UN climate talks. The memorial calls for creating a "New Mexico-Taiwan friendship caucus" to coordinate regular official exchanges, trade missions, and academic partnerships. It directs New Mexico’s economic agencies and universities to develop joint programs with Taiwan, aligning with U.S. policy on Taiwan engagement.
Maddy summarySB 70 creates a two-year universal basic income pilot program in New Mexico for pregnant individuals. It provides $1,500 monthly to eligible participants (pregnant people with income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level) while requiring home visits from early childhood services, health surveys, and prenatal care compliance. The program, funded by $80 million from the general fund for fiscal years 2027-2028, includes a control group for comparison. The Department of Health will evaluate financial impacts on participants and report findings to the legislative committee by December 2028. This is strictly a research pilot, not a permanent policy change.