Legislative Achievements
Capital Outlay Allocations
Acequia de la Mesa Prieta Irrigation and Infrastructure Construction: $50,000
This funding supports planning, design, construction, renovation, repair, and improvement work for the Acequia de la Mesa Prieta in Ojo Caliente. The project is intended to strengthen local irrigation infrastructure and preserve an important community water system.
Albuquerque Arroyo del Oso Golf Course Construction: $200,000
This appropriation funds planning, design, construction, equipment, and improvements for Arroyo del Oso Golf Course in Albuquerque. The project supports upgrades to one of the city’s well-used recreational facilities.
Albuquerque Arroyo del Oso Park Improvements: $100,000
This funding is for planning, design, construction, purchase, equipment, and installation of improvements at Arroyo del Oso Park. The goal is to improve park infrastructure and amenities for the surrounding community.
Albuquerque Cherry Hills Library Upgrade: $125,000
This appropriation supports planning, design, construction, equipment, furnishing, and improvement work at Cherry Hills Library. The project helps strengthen a major neighborhood library resource in Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Fire Rescue Training Academy Facility Improvements: $225,000
This funding supports construction, renovation, furnishing, equipment, and improvements at fire rescue training academy facilities in Albuquerque. It is intended to improve training space and readiness for emergency response personnel.
Albuquerque La Paloma Park Equipment Purchase: $75,000
This appropriation funds planning, design, construction, furnishing, equipment, and improvements at La Paloma Park. The project will help update park amenities and improve the space for public use.
Albuquerque Los Poblanos Open Space Construction: $50,000
This funding supports improvements at Los Poblanos Open Space and a community farm, including irrigation, garden and greenhouse improvements, small-scale solar systems, and electrical extensions for an education and event area. The project is aimed at improving open space infrastructure while supporting community agriculture and programming.
Albuquerque Main Library Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning System Construction: $50,000
This appropriation funds renovation and improvement work at the Main Library, including electrical, security, and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems. The project supports building upgrades that are necessary for long-term public use and safety.
Albuquerque North Domingo Baca Park Aquatic Center Construction: $250,000
This funding supports equipment purchases and the planning, design, construction, furnishing, and equipping of an aquatic center at North Domingo Baca Park. The project expands recreational infrastructure and public access to aquatic programming.
Albuquerque Northeast Playground and Park Improvements: $75,000
This appropriation supports land and right-of-way acquisition as well as construction, furnishing, equipment, repair, and improvement of parks, playgrounds, and shade structures in the northeast quadrant of Albuquerque. The project is intended to improve neighborhood park access and usability.
Albuquerque San Pedro Drive Northeast Beautification Improvements: $250,000
This funding supports planning, design, construction, repair, improvement, and equipment for San Pedro Drive northeast north of Montgomery Boulevard. The project is focused on corridor improvements and beautification in a key part of Albuquerque.
Albuquerque Sister Cities Park Improvements: $50,000
This appropriation funds planning, design, construction, purchase, equipment, and installation of improvements at Sister Cities Park. The project is intended to improve the condition and functionality of the park for local residents.
Albuquerque Uptown Connect Project Construction: $100,000
This funding supports planning, design, construction, equipment, furnishing, and improvements for the Uptown Connect project. The project is intended to strengthen infrastructure and connectivity in the Uptown area.
Albuquerque Young Adult Shelter Construction: $100,000
This appropriation supports planning, design, construction, repair, improvement, and equipment for a homeless facility serving young adults in Albuquerque. The project is aimed at expanding support infrastructure for vulnerable young people.
Bernalillo County Animal Care Services Expansion: $125,000
This funding supports planning, design, construction, expansion, equipment, and improvements for animal care service facilities in Bernalillo County. The project will help improve local animal care capacity and service delivery.
Bernalillo County Mobile Community Center Vehicle Purchase: $100,000
This appropriation funds the purchase and equipping of a vehicle to serve as a mobile community center for the International District in Albuquerque. The project is intended to bring services and programming more directly into the community.
Bernalillo County Nonprofit Flamenco Music and Dance Education Program Equipment Purchase: $175,000
This funding supports the purchase of a vehicle and sound and lighting equipment, information technology, a portable dance floor, sewing machines, musical instruments, and furnishings for a flamenco program. The project is meant to strengthen arts education and cultural programming in Bernalillo County.
Mortgage Finance Authority Albuquerque San Jose Neighborhood Affordable Homes Construction: $100,000
This appropriation supports planning, design, and construction of affordable single-family homes on Williams Street southeast in the San Jose neighborhood of Albuquerque. The project is intended to expand affordable homeownership opportunities in the area.
Technology Leadership Charter High School Security System Upgrade: $150,000
This funding supports planning, design, construction, equipment, and installation of security upgrades and technology equipment for Technology Leadership Charter High School. The project is intended to improve campus safety and support school operations.
The Montessori Academy Montano Campus Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Purchase: $100,000
This appropriation funds the purchase, equipping, and installation of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems at the Montano campus of The Montessori Academy. The project supports facility upgrades that improve the learning environment for students and staff.
University of New Mexico Irrigation System Upgrade: $50,000
This funding supports the purchase, installation, and upgrade of rain sensors for campus irrigation systems at the University of New Mexico. The project is intended to improve irrigation efficiency and support more responsible water use on campus.
HB 9: Immigrant Safety Act
HB 9 prohibits local government entities from entering into contracts with Immigration & Customs Enforcement for detainment of individuals with civil violations and bans local law enforcement from immigration enforcement
Passed: 2026
HM 53: Study "Gifted-In-Field" Teacher Endorsement
HM 53 requests the Public Education Department to collaborate with higher education insititutions and gifted education organizations to study the creation of a "gifted-in-field" endorsement for secondary school teachers and to consider the content knowledge required for endorsement
Passed: 2026
HB 99: Medical Malpractice Act Changes
HB 99 revised the Medical Malpractice Act by clarifying which providers and facilities are covered, limiting punitive damages in certain malpractice cases, and requiring payments from the patient’s compensation fund to be made as medical expenses are incurred. It also updated liability and recovery provisions to make the administration of malpractice claims more defined under state law.
Passed: 2026
HM 47: Study Teacher Workloads
HM 47 requested a study of teacher workload, instructional day structure, and the growing amount of non-instructional duties placed on educators. It called for recommendations to better support teacher effectiveness and high-quality instruction, with attention to the needs of students across New Mexico, including those named in the Martinez/Yazzie lawsuit.
Passed: 2026.
SB 3: Immunization Requirements and Vaccine Coverage
SB 3 updated state law governing childhood and adult immunization recommendations, expanded the statewide vaccine purchasing program, and required certain health insurance plans to cover recommended immunizations without cost-sharing. It also tied school and child care immunization rules and vaccine purchasing standards to recognized medical guidance, while strengthening access to vaccines and preventive coverage.
Passed: 2025.
Sponsored & Co-Sponsored Legislation
HB 167: Higher Ed. Payment for Certain Tests
HB 167 requires the higher education department to cover the cost of high school equivalency credential tests and related test preparation for eligible New Mexico residents. The bill helps remove a financial barrier for people working to complete an important educational credential and continue their education or career path.
Passed: 2025
HB 487: Protection of Hispanic Education
HB 487 expanded the purpose of the Hispanic Education Act to include protecting and preserving New Mexico’s heritage Spanish language and culture. It also required the Hispanic education advisory council to meet at the biannual Hispanic education summit and allowed council members to receive per diem and mileage.
Passed: 2025
HM 4: Study Higher Ed Health Insurance Costs
HM 4 requested a study on options to expand health insurance access for public higher education educators and graduate student employees across New Mexico. The memorial called for a report on coverage gaps, fiscal impacts, funding options, and the effects that expanded coverage could have on workforce stability and student outcomes.
Passed: 2026
HM 56: Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month
HM 56 recognized the importance of maternal mental health and observed May as “National Maternal Mental Health Awareness Month” in New Mexico. It also encouraged greater collaboration, screening, education, and access to treatment and support services for prenatal and perinatal depression and related mood disorders.
Passed: 2025.
HM 61: Study Autobiographical Storytelling Treatment
HM 61 requested that the Children, Youth and Families Department study and implement autobiographical storytelling as a trauma-informed strategy for children, particularly those in foster care. The memorial called for collaboration with speech-language pathologists and behavioral health professionals to support children’s emotional healing, language development, and communication skills.
Passed: 2025.
HM 15: Radiation Exposure Compensation Awareness
HM 15 raised awareness of the harm experienced by people exposed to radiation through nuclear testing and uranium mining and urged Congress to expand compensation under the federal Radiation Exposure Compensation Act. The memorial specifically called on Congress to support federal legislation broadening eligibility and improving compensation for affected individuals, including many in New Mexico.
Passed: 2025
HM 26: “Viola Florez Tighe Day”
HM 26 declared February 17, 2025 “Viola Florez Tighe Day” in the House of Representatives in honor of Dr. Viola Florez Tighe and her lasting contributions to higher education in New Mexico. The memorial recognized her leadership as an educator, dean, provost, and former secretary of higher education, as well as her advocacy for students, faculty, and retirees across the state.
Passed: 2025.
HM 43: Hispanic & Bilingual Education Programs
HM 43 acknowledged the importance of the Hispanic Education Act and the Bilingual Multicultural Education Act and requested a formal study of Hispanic and bilingual education programs in New Mexico. It directed the Legislative Education Study Committee to examine implementation, student outcomes, funding structures, and successful initiatives in order to strengthen support for Hispanic and bilingual students.
Passed: 2025.
SB 1: Health Care Grants & Stabilization
SB 1 expanded the permissible uses of the rural health care delivery fund so grants can support providers and facilities in high-needs geographic health professional shortage areas and help stabilize existing health care services at risk of reduction or closure. It also allowed grant funding to cover certain operating losses and start-up costs for rural health care services, helping protect access to care in underserved parts of New Mexico.
Passed: 2025.
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