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NM HB97

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/20/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elizabeth Thomson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Appropriates $165,000 from the general fund to the Department of Health for fiscal year 2027

  • Updates training and education materials for shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma prevention, consistent with Department of Health rules and University of New Mexico Department of Pediatrics standards

  • Implements shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma training programs in hospitals and birthing centers statewide

  • Establishes statewide reporting of abusive head trauma incidents

  • Unexpended funds revert to the general fund at the end of fiscal year 2027

Legislative Description

Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Funding

Last Action

HHHC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services1/22/2026

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