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NM HB127

Bill

Status

Engrossed

2/11/2026

Primary Sponsor

Reena Szczepanski

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • New Mexico Medical Board must grant expedited licenses to physicians licensed in other U.S. states, territories, D.C., or foreign countries within 30 days of application, provided they have practiced for at least three years and hold a current license in good standing

  • Creates a telehealth registry allowing out-of-state physicians to provide telehealth services to New Mexico patients without obtaining a full state license, requiring registration, professional liability insurance, and a designated agent for service of process

  • Out-of-state telehealth providers must notify the board within five business days of any disciplinary actions or license restrictions in any jurisdiction, and the board may suspend or revoke registration for violations

  • Reduces the annual telehealth provider registration fee from $900 to $100

  • Repeals Section 61-6-11.1 NMSA 1978, which previously governed telemedicine licensing requirements

Legislative Description

Medical Board Expedited Licensure

Last Action

SHPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation

2/17/2026

Committee Referrals

Health and Public Affairs2/12/2026
Health & Human Services1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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