New Mexico Congressional Bills

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jul 30, 2024

SRES 782: A resolution designating the week of August 4 through August 10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week".

This Senate resolution (SRES 782) designates August 4-10, 2024, as "National Farmers Market Week" to symbolically recognize the role of farmers markets. It directly affects farmers markets across the U.S., which support local economies, connect urban and rural communities, and provide access to fresh food - particularly for low-income populations using nutrition benefits. The resolution highlights their economic impact ($1.7 billion in 2020), growth (8,771 markets in 2019), and contribution to sustainable farming and community health, without creating new laws or funding.

Alex Padilla (D) · 23 co-sponsors

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jul 24, 2024

S 3696: DEFIANCE Act of 2024

S 3696, the DEFIANCE Act of 2024, creates a federal civil remedy for individuals harmed by non-consensual disclosure of intimate images or digital forgeries. It directly affects people whose authentic intimate images are shared without consent or who are subjected to AI-generated "deepfake" images that appear real. Key provisions allow victims to sue for $150,000 in liquidated damages, privacy protections (like pseudonyms), and injunctions against disclosure, with a 10-year statute of limitations. The law supplements existing state laws but does not override them, focusing solely on civil remedies for these specific harms.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jul 15, 2024

S 412: SHIELD Act of 2023

S 412, the SHIELD Act of 2023, creates a federal criminal offense for knowingly distributing non-consensual intimate visual depictions (such as photos or videos of someone without their consent) or visual depictions of nude minors. It directly affects individuals who distribute such content without consent, including those sharing intimate images of adults or nude photos of minors, with penalties including up to 5 years in prison and asset forfeiture. Key provisions define "intimate visual depictions" (showing genitals or engaging in sexual conduct without consent), exclude law enforcement activities and legal reporting from the ban, and require forfeiture of materials used to distribute such content. The bill aims to address non-consensual image sharing and child sexual abuse material through federal criminal penalties.

Topics ✗ Criminal Justice ✓ Technology

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jul 12, 2024

SRES 765: A resolution relating to the death of the Honorable James Mountain Inhofe, former Senator for the State of Oklahoma.

SRES 765 is a Senate resolution honoring the late Senator James M. Inhofe of Oklahoma following his death on July 9, 2024. The resolution commemorates his 28-year Senate service (1994-2023) and 52 years in public office, highlighting his work on defense policy, aviation legislation, infrastructure projects, and support for military bases in Oklahoma. This procedural resolution expresses the Senate's condolences and formally recognizes his legacy, rather than enacting any policy changes.

James Lankford (R) · 99 co-sponsors

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jun 18, 2024

S 3984: Countering Threats and Attacks on Our Judges Act

This bill creates a program to enhance the safety of state and local judges and court staff by establishing State judicial threat intelligence and resource centers. These centers, funded through eligible national nonprofits with expertise in judicial security, will provide security training, conduct threat monitoring, and coordinate with law enforcement to address safety risks. They will also develop standardized reporting systems, a national threat database, and security assessments for courts and judicial staff. Annual reports to Congress will track the number and severity of threats faced by judges and court personnel.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New Mexico · Senate Jun 5, 2024

SRES 726: A resolution designating June 6, 2024, as National Naloxone Awareness Day.

SRES 726 designates June 6, 2024, as National Naloxone Awareness Day to highlight naloxone's role in reversing opioid overdoses. The resolution emphasizes that naloxone is a safe, effective medication that can save lives when administered promptly during opioid emergencies. It encourages public education about naloxone access, reduces stigma around substance use disorder, and urges federal and local agencies to support broader distribution efforts. This symbolic measure does not create new laws but aims to increase awareness and access to life-saving overdose reversal medication.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Healthcare

passed · New Mexico · Senate May 23, 2024

SRES 708: A resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the designation of the Gila Wilderness.

SRES 708 is a Senate resolution commemorating the 100th anniversary of the June 3, 1924, designation of the Gila Wilderness as the first federally protected wilderness area in the United States and the world. The resolution recognizes this milestone as the foundation for the national wilderness system and the 1964 Wilderness Act, honoring the area's century-long preservation without permanent human development. It acknowledges the historical roles of Forest Service employees like Aldo Leopold and Arthur Carhart, as well as Indigenous stewardship by the Apache and Mimbres peoples. This resolution has no policy impact - it solely celebrates a historical landmark.

Topics ✓ Environment

passed · New Mexico · Senate May 23, 2024

SRES 706: A resolution recognizing National Foster Care Month as an opportunity to raise awareness about the challenges of children in the foster care system, and encouraging Congress to implement policies to improve the lives of children in the foster care system.

This resolution designates May 2024 as National Foster Care Month to raise public awareness about challenges faced by children in foster care. It specifically highlights issues like the 368,530 children currently in foster care, the need for stable placements, and barriers to successful transitions to adulthood for youth aging out of the system. The resolution encourages Congress to develop policies that improve outcomes for these children, including supporting foster parents and preventing unnecessary entry into the system. As a symbolic resolution, it does not create new laws but aims to prompt legislative action through recognition and advocacy.

Chuck Grassley (R) · 21 co-sponsors

passed · New Mexico · House May 22, 2024

HR 5754: To designate the United States courthouse located at 350 W. 1st Street, Los Angeles, California, as the "Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez United States Courthouse".

HR 5754 renames the U.S. courthouse at 350 W. 1st Street, Los Angeles, California, as the "Felicitas and Gonzalo Mendez United States Courthouse." The bill updates all federal references - such as legal documents, maps, and records - to use the new name. This is a ceremonial designation with no policy changes or direct impact on citizens or laws. The bill solely affects the courthouse's official name and related federal paperwork.

Jimmy Gomez (D) · 64 co-sponsors

passed · New Mexico · Senate May 15, 2024

SRES 690: A resolution supporting the designation of May 15, 2024, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day" to raise awareness about the increasing number of fraudulent scams targeted at seniors in the United States, to encourage the implementation of policies to prevent those scams from happening, and to improve protections from those scams for seniors.

SRES 690 is a symbolic Senate resolution designating May 15, 2024, as "National Senior Fraud Awareness Day." It aims to raise public awareness about scams targeting seniors (ages 65+), such as Social Security impersonation, Medicare fraud, and tech support scams, which cost seniors an estimated $2 billion annually. The resolution encourages existing efforts to prevent these scams and improve protections but does not create new laws or funding. It highlights that seniors report significant financial losses (e.g., $1,450 median loss for those 80+) and emphasizes collaboration between law enforcement, area agencies on aging, and financial institutions to address the issue.

passed · New Mexico · Senate May 14, 2024

SRES 686: A resolution designating May 18, 2024, as "Kids to Parks Day".

This resolution designates May 18, 2024, as "Kids to Parks Day" to encourage families across the U.S. to visit local parks. It recognizes the importance of outdoor recreation for children's health and community engagement, promoting free access to public lands for active, wholesome family activities. The resolution does not create new laws or funding but formally designates the day to support existing park visits and environmental appreciation.

passed · New Mexico · Senate May 3, 2024

SRES 673: A resolution honoring the life of David Hampton Pryor, former United States Senator for the State of Arkansas.

SRES 673 is a commemorative Senate resolution honoring the late David Hampton Pryor, who served as a U.S. Senator for Arkansas from 1978 to 1997. The resolution expresses the Senate’s "profound sorrow" at his death and directs the Secretary of the Senate to share the resolution with the House and deliver a copy to his family. It does not create new laws or policies - it is purely ceremonial, recognizing Pryor’s career as a legislator, governor, and public servant. The resolution concludes with the Senate adjourning as a mark of respect for his legacy.

John Boozman (R) · 99 co-sponsors

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