Sen. Greg Nibert

Maddy summaryThis proposed constitutional amendment would change New Mexico's bail rules to allow judges to deny release to defendants who are considered dangerous, likely to flee, or have a history of missing court dates. Under the new provisions, a judge could order pretrial detention if they find clear and convincing evidence that releasing the person would not protect public safety or ensure their appearance in court. The bill also clarifies that people cannot be held in jail simply because they cannot afford to pay a bond, provided they do not meet the criteria for denial. Because this change alters the state constitution, it must be approved by voters in a special election before it becomes law.

Maddy summaryThis bill establishes a program to provide zero-interest loans to local governments in New Mexico that have received federal funding to repair public infrastructure damaged by recent wildfires and storms. The loans are specifically intended for projects related to the Salt Fire, South Fork Fire, or associated storm events and must be repaid within ninety days once the federal funds are received. If a recipient fails to repay the loan on time, the interest rate will increase to current market levels, and the state has the authority to enforce these terms. The legislation appropriates $200 million from the general fund to cover the loan amounts and administrative costs, with the program ending once all contracts are fully repaid.