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NM SB126
Bill
Status
Introduced
1/23/2026
Primary Sponsor
Antonio Maestas
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AI Summary
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Establishes a maximum caseload limit of 20 children per guardian ad litem at any given time
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Prohibits a guardian ad litem from simultaneously serving as the same child's delinquency attorney
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Amends Section 32A-1-7 of the Children's Code (NMSA 1978) regarding guardian ad litem powers and duties
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Clarifies terminology by changing references from "the child" to "a child" throughout the statute for consistency
Legislative Description
Guardian Ad Litem Capacity
Last Action
Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SHPAC/SJC
1/23/2026
Committee Referrals
Committees1/23/2026
Full Bill Text
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