2026 NM Legislative Session

Legislation would prohibit state and local governments from contracting with for-profit companies to hold ICE detainees

Santa Fe, N.M. – Today, the House passed the Immigrant Safety Act by a vote of 40-29. House Bill 9 would prevent New Mexico state and local governments from contracting with federal Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain individuals for civil immigration violations. 

The bill would also prohibit state and local governments from entering into agreements to deputize local officers or employees to perform immigration functions. It would not interfere with law enforcement's authority to detain individuals for criminal charges or investigatory purposes. 

SANTA FE – State aging and insurance officials are urging lawmakers to support Senate Bill 21 and strengthen consumer protections for Medicare enrollees who have Medigap coverage. 

The bill would allow beneficiaries enrolled in Original Medicare and Medigap supplemental to change Medigap plans during an annual open enrollment period, preventing insurers from denying coverage based on pre-existing conditions.  The bill is sponsored by Senators Liz Stefanics, Pete Campos, Rex Wilson, Martin Hickey, and Representative Tara Lujan. 

Our Tax Plan Focuses on Work, Family Choice, and Affordability

Santa Fe, NM — House Republicans are rolling out a comprehensive Tax Relief Plan focused on one simple goal: letting New Mexicans keep more of their own money.

Families across our state are working harder, paying more, and getting less in return. Our tax plan takes a different approach. Instead of growing government, we are cutting taxes on work, supporting family choice, and protecting retirement income.

Protecting Paychecks and Rewarding Work

Santa Fe — Military veterans, National Guard members, reservists, and active-duty service members will be honored during Military and Veterans Day at the Legislature on Feb. 3 at the State Capitol.

Presented by the New Mexico Department of Veterans' Services (NMDVS) in partnership with the New Mexico National Guard (NMNG), the annual event highlights New Mexico's commitment to its military and veteran community. 

SANTA FE — House Republicans have introduced a two-bill housing affordability package focused on helping New Mexico families buy homes and protecting the state's single-family housing market. Because current law limits what legislation can be considered during the session, House Republicans were required to formally request a message from the Governor to allow these proposals to move forward.

The package includes legislation (HB 176) sponsored by Rep. Alan Martinez creating an Affordable Housing Fund that would provide zero-percent down payment loans to qualified first-time homebuyers, removing one of the biggest barriers to homeownership.

Santa Fe, NM — Today, Senate Bill 17 received a 'Do Pass' recommendation from the Senate Health & Public Affairs Committee on a 6-4 party line vote. This controversial and egregiously unconstitutional proposal was met with fierce opposition from Republican committee members. Led by Ranking Member Senator Larry Scott (R-Hobbs), Senators David Gallegos (R-Eunice), Jay Block (R-Rio Rancho), and Rex Wilson (R-Ancho) were unified in their 'no' votes. 

SB 17 effectively: 

Grows government control over guns

Burdens small, local gun dealers

Legislation is part of House Democrats' slate of bills to ensure all New Mexicans feel safe in their communities

Santa Fe, N.M. – The Immigrant Safety Act, which would prevent New Mexico state and local governments from contracting with federal Immigration Customs Enforcement (ICE) to detain individuals for civil immigration violations, passed the House Judiciary Committee today by a vote of 7 to 4. House Bill 9  now heads to the House Floor. 

"The Immigrant Safety Act will get our state out of the business of detaining innocent people in deplorable conditions," said lead sponsor Rep. Eleanor Chávez (D-Albuquerque). "As the federal government ramps up its draconian mass deportation efforts and as we see horrific violence at the hands of ICE agents in Minnesota, it's more important than ever that we take a stand as a state to say we won't allow this in our backyard." 

Compacts are one piece of the House Democrats' broad slate of legislation this session to make healthcare more affordable and accessible in New Mexico

Santa Fe, N.M. – Today, the House of Representatives unanimously passed seven bills to expand access to healthcare through participation in interstate compacts, which allow licensed, qualified healthcare providers in other states to serve patients in New Mexico.