Rep. Cristina Parajón

Maddy summaryHB 514 creates a step-by-step response system for probation and parole violations in New Mexico, directly affecting individuals on supervision (probationers and parolees) and corrections officers. It requires the corrections department to develop and implement a system that uses presumptive sanctions for common technical violations (like missing a check-in) based on factors such as violation severity, past behavior, and risk level, rather than immediately revoking supervision. The system must also include positive reinforcements for compliance, define when individuals can challenge sanctions, and mandate officer training. The plan must be submitted to the legislature by January 2026 and fully implemented by July 2026. The bill amends definitions to clarify terms like "technical violation" and "validated risk assessment" but does not change criminal sentencing.

Maddy summaryHB 232 prohibits homeowner associations (HOAs) from charging fees when a property owner sells a lot or home within the HOA's development. This directly affects homeowners selling property in HOAs by banning a specific transaction fee tied to the sale. The bill amends the Homeowner Association Act to state that associations "shall not assess a fee on the sale of a lot or real property" by a lot owner. It focuses solely on eliminating this fee, with no other provisions or changes to HOA governance.

Maddy summaryHB 528 creates a state-funded program to provide paid high school internships in New Mexico. It establishes a $10 million grant fund administered by the Workforce Solutions Department, requiring host organizations (like businesses, schools, or nonprofits) to contribute partially toward internship costs while partnering with qualified internship programs. These programs must offer support services (such as career counseling and financial literacy training) and report metrics like internship completion rates and student placement outcomes. The bill directly affects high school students seeking work experience, host organizations providing paid roles, and schools or nonprofits managing internship placements.

Maddy summaryHB 426 requires mobile home park owners to provide residents with specific written notice before selling the park, including details of any third-party offer and the residents' right to purchase. The bill gives residents 90 days to form a cooperative group (with 51% approval), secure financing within an additional 90 days, and close the purchase within 270 days total - matching the third-party offer's terms. If residents meet these deadlines, the owner must negotiate in good faith and cannot delay or refuse the purchase. The bill also mandates owners to record compliance affidavits and imposes penalties (up to $100,000 or 20% of the park's value) for noncompliance, though it was postponed indefinitely in the Senate in June 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 518 designates the fourth Tuesday of January in each odd-numbered year as "Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer and Expansive Day" in New Mexico. The bill requires the people of New Mexico to observe this day through activities that celebrate LGBTQ+ cultural, economic, and historic contributions to the state. It specifically aims to honor LGBTQ+ leaders and achievements while promoting diversity in New Mexico. This is a ceremonial observance without new regulations or funding, directly affecting how the state recognizes LGBTQ+ communities annually.

Maddy summaryHB 504 amends New Mexico tax law to exclude gross receipts from prime contractors operating specific facilities from certain manufacturing-related tax deductions. It directly affects national laboratories designated by Congress and state-owned research facilities in New Mexico, preventing them from claiming deductions normally available to manufacturers. The bill adds a new exception to existing tax deduction rules (Sections 7-9-46 and 7-9-46.1), specifying that receipts from these facilities cannot be deducted as they would be for other manufacturers. This change aims to align tax treatment for federal and state research entities with standard manufacturing deduction rules. The bill was referred to committees but was postponed indefinitely in June 2025.

Maddy summaryHB 425 requires New Mexico state agencies to provide written responses to every public comment received during the rulemaking process before finalizing a proposed rule. These responses must specifically address each comment's concerns and be published in the New Mexico Register alongside the adopted rule. The bill applies to all state agencies creating or modifying regulations and aims to increase transparency by making agency reasoning publicly accessible. This change does not alter existing timelines for rule adoption but mandates documented engagement with public input.

Maddy summarySB 431 changes how New Mexico distributes liquor tax revenue. It allocates 94% of liquor excise tax revenue to a new Local Alcohol Harms Alleviation Fund (replacing the previous DWI fund) and 6% to the Drug Court Fund, while creating a separate Tribal Alcohol Harms Alleviation Fund funded by a new surtax on liquor retailers. The bill also excludes liquor excise taxes from the definition of "gross receipts" in another tax law and requires legislative committees to review liquor tax rates and distributions. These changes directly affect local governments receiving funds for alcohol treatment programs, tribal communities accessing the new tribal fund, and liquor retailers paying the surtax.

Maddy summarySB 36 prohibits state agency employees from disclosing certain sensitive personal information, including public assistance status, medical conditions, immigration status, sexual orientation, and social security numbers, except in specific circumstances like court orders or with written consent. It directly affects state employees handling such data and amends the Motor Vehicle Code to protect driver's license and vehicle registration details from unauthorized disclosure. Key provisions require written consent for sharing, limit disclosures to necessary agency functions or legal requirements, and impose civil penalties of $250 per violation (up to $5,000 total). The law takes effect July 1, 2025, strengthening privacy protections for New Mexico residents' personal data held by state agencies.

Maddy summaryHB 20 creates a new Technology and Innovation Division within New Mexico's Economic Development Department to advance economic growth in key sectors like aerospace, biosciences, clean energy, and advanced computing. The bill establishes a Technology and Innovation Network Advisory Board with representatives from national labs, universities, industry, and tribal nations to guide strategy and fund applications. It also creates a Research, Development and Deployment Fund with an application process, matching requirements for projects, and reporting obligations to track economic impact. This division and fund directly affect state agencies, businesses, research institutions, and entrepreneurs working in New Mexico's targeted innovation sectors. The law aims to coordinate state efforts, attract investment, and support ecosystem development through structured funding and strategic planning.