MEDICAL SPANISH EDUCATION PROGRAM

SB 367 would appropriate $350,000 from the state general fund to the University of New Mexico's Health Sciences Center for a Spanish-language medical curriculum. The funds would support curriculum development and implementation through the Health Sciences Center Office for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, directly benefiting health sciences students preparing for healthcare roles in Spanish-speaking communities. The program would operate during fiscal years 2026 and 2027, with any unspent funds reverting to the general fund by year-end 2027. This bill focuses on enhancing language training for future healthcare providers without altering existing healthcare policies or regulations.