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New Mexico Legislative Analysis

Last updated Feb 01, 2026, 08:15 PM

Your personalized snapshot of what's moving in New Mexico: key legislation, voting activity, and bills that matter.

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NM Analysis

60-Second Briefing

What you need to know about New Mexico right now

SafetyEducationHealth

Recent Vote

HB9 voted 40-29 in the House

Health Bill to Watch

HB4: Health Care Affordability Fund Distributions

Hot Topics

Safety and Education legislation seeing the most activity this session

50

Bills Tracked

41

Introduced

1

Passed

0

Enacted

Why This Matters

How New Mexico legislation affects you

  • 1

    New Mexico's legislature is actively considering 50 bills this session, with key policy areas driving the most activity.

  • 2

    Public safety legislation may affect policing, sentencing, or criminal justice procedures.

  • 3

    Education legislation may affect school funding, curriculum, or higher education costs.

  • 4

    Legislative momentum is building: 1 passed at least one chamber. These changes take effect soon.

  • 5

    Residents should stay informed on legislative changes that could affect daily life or business operations.

New Mexico Quick Guide

Common questions about New Mexico legislation

Who represents me in New Mexico?

Michelle Lujan Grisham

Governor

Michelle Lujan Grisham

Raúl Torrez

Attorney General

Raúl Torrez

Maggie Toulouse Oliver

Secretary of State

Maggie Toulouse Oliver

How does New Mexico's legislature work?

New Mexico's legislature consists of two chambers: the State Senate and the State Assembly/House. Bills must pass both chambers before reaching the Governor's desk. Currently tracking 50 bills in this session.

What are the top issues in New Mexico right now?

Based on recent legislative activity, the most active topics are: Safety, Education, Health. Use the filters below to explore bills by topic.

How do I stay updated on New Mexico legislation?

This digest is updated regularly as bills progress. Major actions like committee votes, floor votes, and gubernatorial action are captured within hours. Bookmark this page or sign up for alerts to track specific bills.

New Mexico at a Glance

Current session overview

50

Total Bills

41

Introduced

1

Passed

0

Enacted

Legislative Progress

Bills moving through the process

Introduced
Passed
Enacted

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Recent bills in New Mexico

50 bills match your filter • Always verify the official text

NM

HB8

Higher Ed. Major Projects Fund

Last action: Jan 30, 2026

Introduced

Higher Ed. Major Projects Fund

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Sponsors

Anita Gonzales[D] Dayan Hochman-Vigil[D] Nathan Small[D]

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Anita Gonzales (Democrat)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NM

HB9

Immigrant Safety Act

Last action: Jan 30, 2026

Engrossed

Immigrant Safety Act

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Sponsors

Marianna Anaya[D] Janelle Anyanonu[D] Heather Berghmans[D] Joseph Cervantes[D] Eleanor Chavez[D] Miguel Garcia[D]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Marianna Anaya (Democrat)
  • Voted 40-29 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 30, 2026
Yea40
Nay29
NV: 0 | Abs: 1
NM

HB20

Native American Designation On Licenses

Last action: Jan 30, 2026

Introduced

Native American Designation On Licenses

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Sponsors

Michelle Paulene Abeyta[D] Marianna Anaya[D] Janelle Anyanonu[D] Cynthia Borrego[D] Angel Charley[D] Rebecca Dow[R]+2 more

Key Points

  • This bill has been introduced and is in early stages of consideration
  • Sponsored by Michelle Paulene Abeyta (Democrat)
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action
NM

HB10

Physician Assistant Interstate Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Physician Assistant Interstate Compact

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Sponsors

Michelle Paulene Abeyta[D] Gail Armstrong[R] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Anita Gonzales[D] Joshua Hernandez[R]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Michelle Paulene Abeyta (Democrat)
  • Voted 68-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea68
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 2
NM

HB11

Audiology & Speech-language Pathology Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Audiology & Speech-language Pathology Compact

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Sponsors

Michelle Paulene Abeyta[D] Gail Armstrong[R] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Anita Gonzales[D] Joshua Hernandez[R]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Michelle Paulene Abeyta (Democrat)
  • Voted 67-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea67
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 3
NM

HB12

Physical Therapy Licensure Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Physical Therapy Licensure Compact

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Sponsors

Marianna Anaya[D] Gail Armstrong[R] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Rebecca Dow[R] Joshua Hernandez[R]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Marianna Anaya (Democrat)
  • Voted 67-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea67
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 3
NM

HB13

Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact

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Sponsors

Gail Armstrong[R] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Joshua Hernandez[R] Jenifer Jones[R] Charlotte Little[D]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Gail Armstrong (Republican)
  • Voted 68-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea68
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 2
NM

HB14

Dentist & Dental Hygienist Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Dentist & Dental Hygienist Compact

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Sponsors

Gail Armstrong[R] Pete Campos[D] Kathleen Cates[D] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Joshua Hernandez[R]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Gail Armstrong (Republican)
  • Voted 67-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea67
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 3
NM

HB31

Ems Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Ems Personnel Licensure Interstate Compact

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Sponsors

Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Rebecca Dow[R] Jenifer Jones[R] Jimmy Mason[R] Marian Matthews[D]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Nicole Chavez (Republican)
  • Voted 68-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea68
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 2
NM

HB50

Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact

Last action: Jan 28, 2026

Engrossed

Social Work Licensure Interstate Compact

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Sponsors

Gail Armstrong[R] Cynthia Borrego[D] Nicole Chavez[R] Catherine Cullen[R] Natalie Figueroa[D] Carrie Hamblen[D]+2 more

Key Points

  • Sponsored by Gail Armstrong (Republican)
  • Voted 66-0 in the House
  • Review the full bill text for complete details before taking action

Voting Record

House

Jan 28, 2026
Yea66
Nay0
NV: 0 | Abs: 4

Sources & neutrality

Sources used

  • LegiScan (bill metadata, roll calls, links)
  • NGA (governor roster)
  • NAAG (attorney general roster)
  • NASS (chief election official roster)
  • Open States (legislator roster)

Disclaimer

We summarize for clarity. Always check the official text before acting, and verify dates/status directly on the state site.