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in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 341: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

Based on the provided context, no substantive bill text or policy details for HB 341 are available. The document only includes the bill's title, introduction line, and a single committee referral action (February 4, 2026, to the House Rules and Order of Business Committee). Without specific provisions, mechanisms, or affected parties described in the text, a factual summary of the bill's content cannot be created. The absence of bill language prevents describing its intended effects or who it would impact.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 285: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

SB 285 is a New Mexico state bill introduced by Senator William P. Soules that relates to public peace, health, safety, and welfare. The bill has not yet been printed by the Senate Education Committee and its action was postponed indefinitely as of March 24, 2026. Because the bill text provided does not include specific provisions or policy changes, the exact mechanisms and affected groups cannot be determined from the available information.

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 313: CIVIL RELIEF FROM COERCED DEBT ACT

HB 313 creates the "Civil Relief from Coerced Debt Act" to help victims of abuse or exploitation (like domestic violence, human trafficking, or identity theft) escape debts they were forced to incur. It requires debtors to submit a verified statement with supporting evidence (such as police reports or medical documentation) to creditors, proving the debt was coerced. Creditors must then immediately stop collection efforts, return any payments made, remove negative credit reports, and refrain from selling the debt - all within 10 business days of receiving the statement. This law directly affects victims of coercion and all creditors, including debt collectors and debt buyers, who must follow these new procedures.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 297: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

Based solely on the provided context, a summary of SB 297 cannot be generated. The bill title ("PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE") is broad and generic, and the context includes no bill text, specific provisions, or policy details. The only action listed is its referral to the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee on February 4, 2026, which does not indicate the bill's content. Without additional information describing the bill's specific mechanisms or affected parties, a factual summary meeting the requested criteria is not possible.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 265: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

The context provided does not include the actual text or specific provisions of SB 265. Without details on the bill's content, mechanisms, or affected parties, a summary cannot be generated. The bill's title ("Public Peace, Health, Safety & Welfare") and introductory reference are too broad to describe concrete policy changes. Legislative summaries require substantive text to identify specific measures, as seen in the incomplete bill text provided.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 272: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

The context provided does not include the actual provisions or policy details of SB 272. Only the bill's title, introductory header, sponsor (Senator Linda M. López), and a committee referral date are listed. Without the bill text or summary describing its specific mechanisms, no factual summary of its purpose or affected parties can be generated. For a complete summary, the full bill text or a detailed legislative summary would be required.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 220: PERSONAL CARE SERVICE MEDICAID REIMBURSEMENT

SB 220 sets new minimum Medicaid reimbursement rates for personal care services in New Mexico: $23.50 per hour for consumer-delegated services and $19.78 per hour for consumer-directed services. It requires personal care providers receiving Medicaid payments to spend at least 70% of those funds on direct care worker costs, including wages, benefits, training, and supervision. The bill appropriates $51.4 million to update the reimbursement schedule and mandates providers to maintain records proving compliance. This directly affects personal care service agencies that contract with Medicaid to support individuals with daily living needs.

Topics ✓ Healthcare ✓ Labor & Employment

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 288: NM HISTORIC WOMEN MARKER PROGRAM

HB 288 appropriates $450,000 from the general fund to the New Mexico Cultural Affairs Department for the Historic Women Marker Program, to be spent over fiscal years 2026-2029. The funding expands the program’s implementation, which places markers commemorating significant New Mexico women in public spaces. Unspent funds by the end of 2029 will revert to the general fund. This bill directly affects the Cultural Affairs Department’s operations and honors women whose historical contributions are recognized through these markers.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 276: NM WINEMAKING INDUSTRY

HB 276 allocates $3.3 million from the general fund to New Mexico State University’s Board of Regents to support the state’s winemaking industry through specific initiatives. It funds projects recognizing the industry’s history and economic potential, including educational programs, statewide winery wayfinding signage, national marketing for the 400th anniversary of American winemaking, and an enologist (wine science expert) for student training. The funds are to be spent over fiscal years 2026-2028, with unspent balances reverting to the general fund by 2028. This bill directly benefits New Mexico’s wine producers, tourism departments, and university students pursuing careers in viticulture.

Topics ✓ Budget & Taxes ✓ Education

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 277: SCOPE OF PRACTICE ADVISORY COMMITTEE

HB 277 creates a new Scope of Practice Advisory Committee within New Mexico's Department of Health to review proposed changes to healthcare professionals' scopes of practice. The 9-member committee - appointed by the governor and legislative council, including physicians, health experts, consumer advocates, and the Health Secretary - will evaluate requests from licensing boards or legislators. It assesses proposals based on patient safety, workforce training, rural access, costs, and regulatory consistency before voting to endorse, modify, or reject changes. The committee must publish reports detailing its findings and votes within 30 days of decisions, with $200,000 allocated for its 2027 operations.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HM 41: STUDY PUBLICLY OWNED UTILITY

This memorial requests the University of New Mexico Bureau of Business and Economic Research to study whether New Mexico could create a publicly owned electric utility. The study would examine legal requirements, financial considerations, transition planning from current providers, and comparisons with states like Nebraska and Tennessee that operate public utilities. It would assess potential benefits, such as community reinvestment and clean energy use, while analyzing challenges like labor transitions and regulatory frameworks. The bureau must report findings to lawmakers by June 2027, but the memorial itself does not create a utility or change current energy policies.

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 278: TOXICOLOGY REIMBURSEMENT REQUIREMENTS

HB 278 requires New Mexico's Medicaid program to reimburse independent reference laboratories for toxicology services (such as drug and alcohol testing) at the same rate as standard drug testing services under Medicaid's fee-for-service schedule. It mandates that these services be medically necessary and follow evidence-based protocols, including weekly testing for those starting substance use treatment and monthly testing for stable recovery, unless clinical documentation indicates otherwise. The bill defines "independent reference laboratories" as those not affiliated with hospitals, insurers, or physician groups, and appropriates $100,000 for administration in fiscal year 2027. The law takes effect on July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Healthcare