Rep. Alan Martinez

Maddy summaryThis House Memorial (HM 46) is a non-binding resolution honoring the Hurley family's military and cultural contributions to New Mexico and the world. It specifically recognizes Major General Patrick J. Hurley's diplomatic and military service (including roles in both World Wars and as Secretary of War) and his son Wilson Hurley's military career as a pilot and his artistic achievements. The resolution also acknowledges the New Mexico Military Museum's work in preserving the state's military history, including its upcoming exhibition of Wilson Hurley's art. As a commemorative resolution, it does not create new laws or policies but formally recognizes these individuals and the museum's role.

Maddy summaryHB 285 clarifies rules for New Mexico's existing disabled veteran property tax exemption, directly affecting veterans with service-connected disabilities and their surviving spouses who own property. It specifies that veterans must occupy the property as their principal residence to qualify, clarifies how exemptions apply to properties with multiple owners, and streamlines the claiming process by requiring proof of eligibility (including a veterans' services certificate) within 30 days of receiving the county assessor's notice. The bill also adds procedures for claiming the exemption after moving and for protesting denied claims, while ensuring the exemption applies only to the highest disability percentage among qualifying owners. It does not change the exemption amount or eligibility criteria but makes the current system clearer and easier to navigate for veterans and local assessors.

Maddy summaryHouse Memorial 25 is a symbolic resolution honoring victims of violent crime and their families in New Mexico. It expresses the state's solidarity with these individuals, recognizes the impact of violent crime on families and communities, and directs that a copy be transmitted to the Crime Victims Reparation Commission chair. This memorial does not create new laws or policies but serves as a formal statement of recognition.

Maddy summaryHB 238 allows New Mexico middle and high school teachers to use up to 60 instructional hours per school year for professional development and collaboration during the regular school day. It specifically authorizes time for activities like educator training, parent-teacher conferences, and mentorship between staff, all aligned with academic standards. The bill amends existing school year requirements to explicitly permit this dedicated professional time without reducing core instructional hours. It directly affects teachers and school staff in public middle and high schools, not students. The bill was postponed indefinitely in the Senate on June 3, 2025.

Maddy summaryHJR 9 proposes amending New Mexico's constitution to change bail denial rules. It would allow judges to deny bail for people who previously skipped court (a flight risk), not just for felony charges, and remove the requirement that bail denials must be issued by a "court of record." The bill also adds provisions for people who cannot afford bond to request expedited relief from posting bail. This constitutional change would need voter approval at the next general election.

Maddy summaryHB 270 prohibits state agencies, local boards, and municipalities from adopting or enforcing rules that restrict vehicle sales or usage based on energy source (like banning electric vehicles), prohibit internal combustion engine vehicles, or mandate specific percentages of zero-emission vehicles. It directly affects environmental regulators and local governments managing air quality enforcement under New Mexico’s Air Quality Control Act. The bill blocks requirements such as banning gas-powered cars, forcing dealers to sell a certain share of electric vehicles, or limiting vehicle choices by fuel type. The bill passed committee review but was postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, and remains inactive.

Maddy summaryHB 419 appropriates $13.5 million from the state general fund to the North Central New Mexico Economic Development District for a workforce development program targeting formerly incarcerated individuals. The bill creates a program to help people transitioning from prison into the workforce by providing job training and employment support in the North Central New Mexico region. Funds must be spent by fiscal year 2026, with any unspent balance reverting to the general fund. The bill was referred to committees and postponed indefinitely on June 3, 2025, meaning it has not advanced to become law.

Maddy summaryHB 241 clarifies financial terms used in New Mexico's gaming tax calculations. It defines "allowable gaming expenses" to include specific costs like security, employee salaries, license fees, and maintenance, and defines "balance of net take" as revenue remaining after paying taxes and these expenses. This change directly affects gaming operators by standardizing how they calculate taxable income under the Gaming Control Act. The bill does not alter tax rates or create new requirements - only refines existing definitions for clarity. (Procedural bill; summary under 2 sentences.)

Maddy summaryHB 164 would increase cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for certain retired public employees in New Mexico. It provides a fixed 2% annual COLA for state retirees over 65 who retired before June 30, 2025, and a 2.5% annual COLA for retirees with 25+ years of service and disability retirees, effective July 1, 2025. The bill appropriates $10 million from the state general fund to cover the 2% increase, with unspent funds carried forward to future years. This replaces the previous formula-based COLA calculation for these groups, guaranteeing a higher minimum increase than the prior system allowed.

Maddy summaryThe 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.