Budget & Taxes

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 191: PED SERVICES FOR LGBTQ+

HB 191 appropriates $530,000 from the general fund to New Mexico's Public Education Department for fiscal year 2027. The funding will contract with an LGBTQ+-focused education organization to develop inclusive curricula, improve educator training, and expand outreach specifically in rural schools. This directly affects public schools and LGBTQ+ students in New Mexico by aiming to improve their engagement and academic outcomes through targeted support programs. The bill requires the organization to create a plan addressing curriculum, teacher training, and rural school support networks.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $530,000 from general fund for LGBTQ+ education programs, increasing public education funding per bill summary.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationAllocates $530k for LGBTQ+ inclusive curricula, educator training, and rural school outreach to improve student engagement and outcomes in public schools.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Curriculum Teachers

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signed · New Mexico · House Mar 5, 2026

HB 95: ADDITIONAL SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGESHIP

HB 95 creates a new judgeship in New Mexico's Second Judicial District, increasing the number of district judges from thirty to thirty-one. The bill appropriates $451,400 from the general fund for fiscal year 2027 to cover the judge's salary, benefits, and necessary office equipment and supplies. This funding is specifically for the new position within the Second Judicial District court system. The bill directly affects the administrative capacity and staffing of that district's courts.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $451,400 from general fund to fund new judgeship, increasing court staffing and public service budget allocation.95% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 257: VAGUS NERVE STIMULATION REIMBURSEMENT

HB 257 appropriates $370,000 from the general fund to New Mexico's Health Care Authority for fiscal year 2027. This funding ensures Medicaid providers receive full reimbursement for delivering vagus nerve stimulation treatment to Medicaid recipients. The bill directly affects Medicaid providers who offer this specific therapy and the Medicaid recipients who receive it. Unspent funds at year-end will revert to the general fund. The measure is a targeted funding allocation, not a policy change to Medicaid eligibility or coverage.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $370k from general fund for Medicaid provider reimbursement, funding essential healthcare services without tax changes.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareBill allocates $370,000 for Medicaid reimbursement of vagus nerve stimulation, directly improving patient access to a specific therapy by ensuring provider reimbursement.92% confidence

Sub-Topics Appropriations State Budget Medicaid

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in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 139: COMMISSION ON STATUS OF WOMEN FUNDING

SB 139 appropriates $100,000 from the general fund to the Commission on the Status of Women for fiscal year 2027. The funding directly supports the commission's operations by covering contractor assistance, additional office space, and an agency database. Any unspent funds at year-end will revert to the general fund. This bill provides specific financial resources to enhance the commission's capacity without changing existing laws or policies.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $100k from general fund to Commission on Status of Women for operations, directly funding a state commission without tax changes, aligning with funding essential programs.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 178: SCHOOL FINANCE CHANGES

SB 178 requires New Mexico school districts with over 2,000 students to allocate at least 90% of state equalization funds generated by each school directly to that school, with cash balance limits for non-compliant districts. It mandates all school districts and charter schools to develop evidence-based spending plans targeting academic improvements for at-risk students (Native American, low-income, English learners, and special education). The Public Education Department can intervene in underperforming schools by requiring curriculum updates, professional development, or hiring experts to revamp programs. Districts must also submit quarterly financial reports detailing fund allocation for these student groups, effective for the 2026-2027 through 2030-2031 school years.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesRequires 90% of state equalization funds to be allocated directly to schools, promoting fiscal responsibility in education spending.90% confidence ✓ EducationSupports EducationMandates 90% direct allocation of funds to schools and requires evidence-based spending plans targeting at-risk students, advancing educational equity and resource distribution.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Curriculum School Funding Special Education

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in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 177: GENERAL FUND TRANSFERS TO OTHER FUNDS

SB 177 transfers $111 million from New Mexico's General Fund to the Research, Development and Deployment Fund, with additional allocations totaling $106 million over three years for economic development initiatives. It specifically funds advanced energy startups ($37.5 million), defense/aerospace/bioscience innovation hubs ($30.9 million), and university research projects at New Mexico Tech and UNM (including $9 million for wireless tech and $8 million for defense-related equipment). These funds target industries like renewable energy, quantum computing, and defense technology, with unspent balances reverting to the General Fund by 2029. The bill directly affects the Economic Development Department, New Mexico universities, national laboratories, and businesses in targeted technology sectors.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesReallocates $111M from General Fund to economic development initiatives, directly managing state spending allocation per budget topic.95% confidence ✓ EnergySupports EnergyBill allocates $37.5M specifically to 'advanced energy startups' within energy-focused funding, directly advancing renewable energy innovation per topic indicators.95% confidence ✓ TechnologySupports TechnologyBill allocates $9M for wireless tech and $8M for defense equipment at universities, directly funding technology advancement per its summary.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Renewable Energy Emerging Technology Telecommunications

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in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 121: STATE INVESTMENT OFFICER AND FUND CHANGES

HB 121 adjusts how New Mexico manages several state funds. It removes the Tobacco Settlement Permanent Fund and State-Support Reserve Fund from calculations for certain other funds, moves the Capital Development Program Fund to the State Treasury (expanding eligible project phases), and shortens the time before unreserved agency funds revert to the general budget by one year and one month. The bill also clarifies how unappropriated money in specific funds can be used and removes outdated language from state finance law. These changes primarily affect state financial management practices and fund distribution rules for the Treasury, Capital Development, and tobacco-related funds.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesShortens reversion time for unreserved funds to general budget, promoting fiscal responsibility through efficient fund management.85% confidence

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in committee · New Mexico · Senate Mar 24, 2026

SB 148: "MIGUEL TRUJILLO DAY"

SB 148 designates April 30 of each year as "Miguel Trujillo Day" in New Mexico to honor Miguel Trujillo, a marine veteran and Pueblo of Isleta member who secured voting rights for Native Americans on tribal lands. The bill appropriates $75,000 from the general fund to the Indian Affairs Department for fiscal year 2027 to develop educational materials, coordinate community events with tribes and schools, and create digital/print resources about Trujillo's life and achievements. This funding supports public awareness and community observances of the day through education and reflection on voting rights. Any unspent funds at the end of fiscal year 2027 will revert to the general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesBill appropriates $75,000 from general fund for educational programs, directly funding state initiative through budget allocation, aligning with 'funds essential programs' indicator.90% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget

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in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 68: HEALTH CARE RECRUITMENT PROGRAM FUNDING

HB 68 allocates $2 million from the general fund to New Mexico's Workforce Solutions Department for a healthcare recruitment program in fiscal year 2027. This funding directly supports efforts to attract healthcare workers to the state, primarily benefiting healthcare facilities and providers facing staffing shortages. The bill specifies that any unspent funds at year-end must return to the general fund, ensuring fiscal accountability. The program aims to strengthen healthcare workforce availability without altering existing regulations or creating new requirements.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAllocates $2M from general fund for healthcare recruitment program, ensuring fiscal accountability with unspent funds returning to general fund.90% confidence ✓ HealthcareSupports HealthcareAllocates $2M to recruit healthcare workers, directly addressing staffing shortages to strengthen healthcare access and services for facilities facing workforce gaps.95% confidence

Sub-Topics Audits & Accountability State Budget Healthcare Workforce

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in committee · New Mexico · House Mar 24, 2026

HB 181: REPORTING ON CHILDREN STAYING IN CYFD OFFICES

HB 181 requires New Mexico's Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) to report on children in their custody who stay overnight in CYFD offices. The bill appropriates $100,000 to fund weekly reports to the Office of Child Advocate and monthly reports to three legislative committees, detailing the number of children, reasons for overnight stays, duration, and current status. It does not change placement policies but mandates regular data collection on this specific practice. The reporting obligation applies to fiscal years 2027-2028, with unspent funds reverting to the general fund.

Topics ✓ Budget & TaxesSupports Budget & TaxesAppropriates $100,000 for mandatory reporting on child custody practices, directly allocating state funds for data collection and oversight within fiscal management.92% confidence

Sub-Topics State Budget Tags Children

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