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NM HB15
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/21/2026
Primary Sponsor
Marianna Anaya
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AI Summary
- Creates a voluntary "adverse outcome conference" process allowing patients and health care providers to meet and discuss adverse health care outcomes (injuries or deaths resulting from patient care)
- Statements made during these conferences cannot be used to establish fault, negligence, or defenses, and cannot limit or apportion damages in legal proceedings
- Requires compensation offers made by health care providers during conferences to remain open for at least 15 calendar days
- Mandates that provider-initiated conference requests include notice of patient rights to medical records, legal counsel, and information about lawsuit time limitations under Section 41-5-13 NMSA 1978
- Settlements reached through adverse outcome conferences must include negotiated release terms and court approval as necessary
Legislative Description
Medical Injury Collaborative Resolution Act
Last Action
HCPAC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
2/4/2026
Committee Referrals
Consumer & Public Affairs1/30/2026
Full Bill Text
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