Rep. Marianna Anaya

Maddy summaryHB 15, the Medical Injury Collaborative Resolution Act, creates a formal process for patients and healthcare providers to discuss adverse health care outcomes (like injuries or deaths resulting from care) through "adverse outcome conferences." It directly affects patients who experience medical harm and healthcare providers involved in those incidents. Key provisions require written notice about patient rights (including medical records access and legal counsel), mandate that statements made during conferences cannot establish fault or limit legal claims, and require providers to keep settlement offers open for 15 days. The bill does not change lawsuit timelines or legal liability but aims to facilitate open communication and potential settlements outside of court. The bill is currently pending in the New Mexico legislature after passing committee reviews.

Maddy summaryHB 190 appropriates $1 million from the general fund to New Mexico's Workforce Solutions Department for fiscal year 2027 to provide eviction prevention and housing assistance specifically for LGBTQ+ individuals experiencing homelessness. The bill directly affects LGBTQ+ New Mexicans facing housing instability by funding targeted support services. Key provisions include mandatory use of funds for housing-related aid during 2027, with any unspent balance reverting to the general fund by year-end. The legislation focuses on concrete funding allocation without altering eligibility rules or creating new mandates.

Maddy summaryHB 170 appropriates $1.4 million from the state general fund to the University of New Mexico's Board of Regents for its Basic Needs Project during fiscal year 2027. The funds will support UNM's existing program addressing student needs like food and housing insecurity. Any unspent money at year-end must revert to the state general fund. This bill directly affects UNM students through its funding mechanism, with no new policy requirements beyond the financial allocation.

Maddy summaryHR 1 is a procedural resolution creating a special House committee to investigate allegations related to "Zorro ranch," a private estate in Santa Fe County. The committee, composed of two members from each major party, will examine claims of criminal activity and public corruption connected to the property, with authority to hold hearings, subpoena witnesses, and issue reports. It must complete its work by December 31, 2026, submitting interim and final reports detailing findings and recommendations on legislative action. The resolution directly affects state oversight procedures but does not enact new laws or policies.

Maddy summaryHB 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, prohibits New Mexico state and local government entities - including sheriffs' departments, schools, and public agencies - from entering into agreements or using public property to detain individuals for federal immigration enforcement. It requires existing agreements facilitating such detentions to be terminated upon the law's effective date. The bill specifically bans public bodies from collaborating with federal immigration authorities on detention and ensures local policies align with these restrictions. Currently passed by both legislative chambers, it awaits the governor's signature to become law.

Maddy summaryHB 264 would adjust minimum state employee salaries annually starting July 2026 using inflation data (consumer price index), ensuring raises keep pace with cost-of-living increases. It establishes new annual leave accrual rates based on years of service (e.g., 4.62 hours per pay period for under 3 years) and guarantees 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave for eligible employees following birth, adoption, or custody of a child. The bill also creates a remote work policy to support recruitment and retention, requiring remote positions to be based in New Mexico and maintaining standard work expectations. These provisions apply to most state employees, though collective bargaining agreements may override specific terms.

Maddy summaryHR 4 allows newly elected New Mexico state representatives (members-elect) to submit bills for consideration before the legislative session begins. The bill amends House rules to let members-elect deposit legislation with the chief clerk between January 2 and the Friday before the session starts, with prefiled bills numbered starting at HB 10 or higher (reserving lower numbers for priority bills like appropriations). These prefiled bills must be publicly available and formally introduced within 72 hours of the session opening. This procedural change streamlines the start of the legislative process for incoming members.

Maddy summaryHB 430, the Health Data Privacy Act, establishes new privacy rules for businesses (not healthcare providers) that handle New Mexico residents' health data, such as fitness apps or health-related services. It requires these entities to publicly share clear privacy policies, provide accessible tools for individuals to manage their data, and implement security measures to protect health information. The bill specifically prohibits using health data for targeted advertising without explicit consent, bans processing precise location data related to health services unless necessary, and mandates transparent consent processes disclosing data uses and sharing. Businesses must obtain separate, clear consent before collecting health data, detailing what information is gathered, how it will be used, and how individuals can withdraw consent.

Maddy summaryThis bill prohibits state-operated or state-funded facilities - including inpatient/outpatient substance use treatment centers, juvenile correction facilities, and juvenile detention centers - from restricting medication-assisted treatment (MAT) for minors under 18 with substance use disorders. By July 2026, facilities must eliminate policies blocking MAT (using FDA-approved medications combined with counseling), and they will lose state Medicaid reimbursement eligibility if they continue such restrictions. The bill also creates a dedicated fund to support establishing evidence-based MAT programs for minors, managed by the health care authority, with annual reporting requirements starting in 2025. It directly affects minors in these facilities and the state agencies operating them.

Maddy summaryHB 395 creates a $1,000 annual income tax credit for licensed healthcare professionals (such as doctors, nurses, or dentists) who serve as preceptors at New Mexico colleges or universities. To qualify, preceptors must provide at least four weeks of free clinical training to graduate students pursuing healthcare degrees (like medicine, nursing, or pharmacy) at accredited New Mexico institutions. The credit reduces the preceptor’s state tax bill, with unused portions carried forward to future years. Applications require certification from the employing institution confirming the training period and the student’s program. This policy directly supports healthcare educators by offering a financial incentive for their clinical training work.