Rep. Janelle Anyanonu

Maddy summaryHB 5, titled "Juvenile Justice Changes," updates New Mexico's juvenile justice system to improve safety and support for youth. It requires courts to use validated risk assessments before detaining children, mandates annual reports on these assessments, and creates new procedures for handling youth who miss supervised release (including tolling supervision time if they abscond). The bill also renames the Juvenile Community Corrections Act to the "Juvenile Community Connections Act," establishes a grant fund for community programs serving adjudicated youth (ages 18-26), and creates local panels to guide next steps for youth in juvenile facilities. These changes directly affect youth in the juvenile justice system, the Department of Children, Youth and Families, and community service providers.

Maddy summaryHB 331 amends New Mexico's criminal record expungement law to allow individuals charged with a domestic violence crime to request removal of their arrest and public records immediately after being acquitted or having the case dismissed with prejudice. The bill requires courts to complete expungement within 30 days of the order and prohibits any fees for submitting requests or processing the expungement. This change directly affects people cleared of domestic violence charges, such as assault or battery against a household member, making it easier to clear records without waiting periods. The bill also clarifies the definition of "domestic violence crime" to include specific offenses like assault against household members under state law.

Maddy summaryHB 328 prohibits New Mexico state funds from being used to support joint law enforcement operations between local agencies and federal officers who conceal their identities during enforcement. It directly affects state and local law enforcement agencies receiving public safety funding, banning such partnerships while allowing exceptions for sanctioned undercover operations, SWAT teams, and explosive disposal. Violators face triple damages, fines of $5,000-$10,000 per violation, and legal costs, with a "qui tam" provision enabling private citizens to sue on behalf of the state and share in recovered funds. The bill aims to prevent state money from subsidizing covert federal operations without requiring proof of fraud.

Maddy summaryHB 294 regulates cannabis product packaging to prevent designs that appeal to minors. It prohibits using artificial color additives not approved by the Cannabis Control Division and bans packaging with cartoon imagery, colors, or designs resembling products marketed to children. The bill directly affects cannabis manufacturers, retailers, and producers who package products for sale in New Mexico. Violations would render products "adulterated," though specific penalties are outlined in the bill text.

Maddy summaryThis joint memorial (HJM 1) expresses New Mexico's legislative support for strengthening ties between Taiwan and both the U.S. and New Mexico. It specifically encourages cooperation in trade, technology, education, and Taiwan’s meaningful participation in international organizations like the WHO and UN climate talks. The memorial calls for creating a "New Mexico-Taiwan friendship caucus" to coordinate regular official exchanges, trade missions, and academic partnerships. It directs New Mexico’s economic agencies and universities to develop joint programs with Taiwan, aligning with U.S. policy on Taiwan engagement.

Maddy summaryHB 208 requires New Mexico law enforcement officers to display their name, rank, and agency on their uniform and provide identification upon request during public interactions. It prohibits officers from wearing face coverings that obscure their identity (except medical masks during health emergencies) and bans concealing their agency name while on duty. Exceptions apply for undercover operations, SWAT teams, and bomb disposal work. Violations are punishable as misdemeanors, with the law taking immediate effect due to an emergency declaration.

Maddy summaryHB 139 appropriates $135 million from New Mexico's general fund to the Housing Trust Fund for fiscal year 2027 and beyond, directly supporting state housing programs. The bill ensures unspent funds at year-end remain in the trust fund rather than reverting to the general budget. This provides stable, multi-year funding to carry out the New Mexico Housing Trust Fund Act, which finances affordable housing initiatives. The legislation focuses on concrete financial allocation, not policy changes or outcomes.

Maddy summaryHB 140 appropriates $500,000 from the general fund to the New Mexico Mortgage Finance Authority for ongoing oversight duties required by the Affordable Housing Act. This funding ensures the Authority can monitor and administer existing affordable housing programs without needing annual budget requests. The bill specifies that unspent funds in any fiscal year will not return to the general fund, providing stable, long-term support for oversight. It directly affects the Mortgage Finance Authority, which manages New Mexico's affordable housing programs, by securing dedicated resources for compliance and program management. The bill does not create new housing policies but provides essential funding for existing oversight mechanisms.

Maddy summarySB 57 creates two new offenses for peace officers who conceal their identity during official duties: a misdemeanor for basic concealment (hiding face/badge/name during a search/seizure) and a fourth-degree felony for intentional deception (e.g., to intimidate or interfere with public records). It also expands impersonation laws to cover all federal/state/local officers and restricts private bail bond agents from impersonating police - banning government-style uniforms, badges, or titles like "federal" and prohibiting their use in immigration enforcement without a warrant. Bail agents may only display "Bail Enforcement Agent" on clothing but cannot disclose personal information for immigration purposes without legal authorization. The bill directly affects peace officers and private bail enforcement personnel in New Mexico.

Maddy summaryThis House Memorial (HM 6) requests a study on private equity ownership of essential utilities like gas, electric, and water systems in New Mexico. It does not change laws but asks state agencies to examine how private equity control affects service reliability, costs for ratepayers, wildfire risk mitigation, and impacts on rural/low-income communities. The study will analyze maintenance spending, financial extraction tactics, workforce effects, and whether private equity acquisitions threaten public safety or affordability. This is a procedural step to inform future policy decisions, not an immediate regulatory change.