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NM HM12

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Status

Introduced

1/27/2026

Primary Sponsor

Elizabeth Thomson

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Origin

House of Representatives

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Requests the Governor designate May 2026 as "Better Hearing and Speech Month" in New Mexico

  • More than 14 million Americans suffer from speech, language, and hearing impairments that can limit academic achievement, career advancement, and social adjustment

  • One in ten New Mexico families is affected by communication disorders, which can be present at birth or caused by accidental injury or illness at any age

  • Recognizes the role of speech-language pathologists and audiologists who treat communication disorders in health and education settings

  • Copies of the memorial would be transmitted to the Governor and the New Mexico Speech-Language and Hearing Association

Legislative Description

"better Hearing & Speech Month"

Last Action

Sent to HHHC - Referrals: HHHC

1/27/2026

Committee Referrals

Health & Human Services1/27/2026

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