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NM HJR7
Joint Resolution
Status
2/10/2026
Primary Sponsor
Matthew McQueen
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AI Summary
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Proposes a constitutional amendment to Article 4, Section 5 of the New Mexico Constitution removing restrictions on what types of bills can be considered during even-numbered year sessions
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Currently, even-numbered year sessions are limited to budgets, appropriations, revenue bills, and bills requested by the governor; this amendment would allow all bills to be considered
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Expands veto override authority to allow the legislature to consider overriding vetoes from any regular, special, or extraordinary session within the same two-year legislative biennium
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Maintains existing session length limits: 60 days for odd-numbered year sessions, 30 days for even-numbered year sessions, and 30 days maximum for special sessions
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Requires voter approval at the next general election or a special election called for that purpose
Legislative Description
Consideration Of Bills In All Sessions, Ca
Last Action
Sent to SRC - Referrals: SRC
2/11/2026