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died · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 283: PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

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in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 69: CHILDHOOD SEXUAL ABUSE STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS

HB 69 extends the time survivors have to file civil lawsuits for childhood sexual abuse in New Mexico. It sets the deadline as the later of the survivor's 58th birthday or three years after first disclosing the abuse to a medical/mental health provider. The bill makes this the sole time limit for such cases, overriding other statutes of limitations. It also allows lawsuits barred by July 1, 2026, to be revived and filed by June 30, 2029. This directly affects survivors seeking civil remedies for past abuse.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

passed · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 14: HEALTH PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE

SB 14 creates a Health Professions Advisory Committee to select recipients for loan repayment awards under New Mexico’s existing health professional loan program. The committee, composed of state health and education officials, evaluates applicants who must be licensed health professionals currently practicing in New Mexico or agree to relocate and begin practice in the state. Award recipients must work in designated underserved areas, with the Higher Education Department determining award amounts and disbursing funds. The bill amends prior laws to formalize this committee structure and streamline the selection process for loan repayment.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 11: NURSE LOAN REPAYMENT ACT

SB 11, the Nurse Loan Repayment Act, creates a state fund to repay student loans for New Mexico nurses working in designated underserved areas or as nursing educators. It directly affects licensed registered nurses (RNs) and licensed practical nurses (LPNs) who commit to four years of service in areas identified by the state as lacking sufficient nursing staff. The program provides up to $35,000 in total loan repayment ($7,500 annually for two years and $10,000 for the next two), with payments made directly to lenders. Nurses must meet eligibility criteria (NM license, U.S. citizenship/permanent residency, and service in designated areas or as faculty/preceptors), and non-compliance requires repayment of the award plus 15% interest. The bill excludes state loan-for-service programs, scholarships, and personal loans from eligibility.

Topics ✓ Education ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 15: HEALTH CARE PROVIDER COVERAGE

SB 15 requires all health insurance plans in New Mexico (including group plans, HMOs, and nonprofit plans) to include every licensed healthcare provider - such as doctors, nurses, therapists, and other practitioners - within their legal scope of practice, provided the provider agrees to the plan's terms. The bill does not force insurers to contract with providers but mandates that if they do, all licensed providers must be included. It allows insurers to set different payment rates based on quality or performance but prohibits excluding providers solely due to their license type. The law takes effect July 1, 2026, directly affecting insurers, healthcare providers, and patients seeking coverage for physical or behavioral health services.

Topics ✓ Healthcare

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 28: ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE TRANSPARENCY ACT

HB 28, the Artificial Intelligence Transparency Act, requires businesses in New Mexico using AI for major decisions (like loans, jobs, housing, or healthcare) to notify consumers before AI influences those decisions. It mandates clear explanations for negative outcomes - including reasons, data used, and human oversight - and provides consumers a chance to correct data or appeal decisions reviewed by humans. The bill also forces AI chatbots ("companion products") to disclose their AI nature at the start of each conversation and prohibits misleading claims about being human. These requirements apply to all businesses operating in New Mexico using AI for consequential decisions, effective July 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Labor & Employment ✓ Technology

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 45: ACADEMIC LIBRARY MANAGEMENT POLICIES

SB 45 requires New Mexico's public colleges and universities to establish clear policies for managing library resources, including how to handle removal requests. The bill prohibits libraries from removing books, digital materials, or other resources based on the content's author, topic, or audience (e.g., race, gender, or political views), and mandates that only students may request removals. Libraries must follow a uniform process involving written decisions explaining the reasoning, review the resource as a whole, and wait for final approval before removal - preventing snap decisions. The policy also protects library staff from retaliation for refusing to remove materials before a final decision or acting in good faith under the rules. Institutions must adopt these policies by September 1, 2026.

Topics ✓ Education

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 56: CREATE CHILD WELFARE AUTHORITY

SB 56 creates a new Child Welfare Authority in New Mexico to replace the current Children, Youth and Families Department. The bill transfers all funds, property, contracts, and legal references from the existing department to this new authority and updates definitions throughout state law to reflect the change (e.g., replacing "department" with "authority" in relevant sections). It does not alter substantive child welfare standards or services but reorganizes the administrative structure overseeing these services. The bill is currently under review by Senate committees as of January 21, 2026.

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 51: WRONGFUL CONVICTION COMPENSATION ACT

SB 51, the Wrongful Conviction Compensation Act, creates a legal process for people wrongfully convicted of misdemeanors or felonies in New Mexico state court to seek compensation after being declared innocent. To qualify, individuals must prove through court evidence that they were convicted for a crime they didn’t commit or that the crime wasn’t committed, and that their conviction was overturned, reversed, or vacated based on innocence. The bill establishes a compensation fund to pay exonerated individuals for time served in jail or prison, plus additional damages, with claims filed in district court. It modifies existing laws, including the Indigent Defense Act, to allow recovery of funds used to pay for legal aid in wrongful conviction cases. The bill requires petitioners to meet specific evidence standards and outlines court procedures for processing claims.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 39: MICROGRID OVERSIGHT ACT

SB 39, the Microgrid Oversight Act, establishes new regulations for microgrids in New Mexico. It requires microgrids to meet renewable energy targets (40% by 2028, 50% by 2030, 80% by 2040, and 100% zero-carbon by 2045) through annual reporting on energy generation and compliance. The bill prohibits electric utilities from raising customer rates when purchasing power from microgrids and grants the Public Regulation Commission oversight authority, including rulemaking and fee collection. This directly affects microgrid operators, electric utilities, and the commission, with compliance deadlines starting in 2027.

Topics ✓ Energy ✓ Environment

in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 31: U VISA CERTIFICATION ACT

SB 31, the U Visa Certification Act, creates a standardized process for New Mexico victims of serious crimes (like domestic violence, trafficking, or assault) to obtain state certification needed for federal U visas. It requires local law enforcement, prosecutors, and courts to process certification requests within 30 days (14 days for urgent cases) and provides clear appeal steps if denied. Victims must have assisted investigations, but certifications cannot be denied due to case closures or lack of convictions. The law specifies qualifying crimes, defines key terms, and mandates written explanations for denials to streamline access to federal immigration relief without altering U visa eligibility rules.

Topics ✓ Criminal Justice ✓ Immigration

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 39: CRIME OF TICKET SCALPING

HB 39 expands New Mexico's ticket scalping law to cover events presented by the state, local governments, or 501(c)(3) nonprofits - beyond just college athletics. It makes it illegal to sell tickets above the original price charged at the venue or printed on the ticket, with exceptions for permitted service fees. Violations are misdemeanors punishable by fines up to $500 or up to one year in jail per ticket sold. This directly affects ticket sellers who markup prices for these specific events, not consumers or event organizers.