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NM SB134

Bill

Status

Introduced

1/26/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Lopez

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Creates a permanent joint interim "Legislative Health and Human Services Committee" composed of 10 members: 4 senators and 6 house representatives, serving two-year terms expiring at the start of each odd-year session

  • Establishes a director position hired by the committee to oversee operations, with salary set by the committee and necessary office space, supplies, equipment, and staff provided

  • Requires the committee to conduct ongoing studies of all health and human services in New Mexico, including laws, policies, and costs, and to recommend legislative changes as needed

  • Mandates state agencies and political subdivisions provide non-confidential documents and information upon majority vote request from the committee or its subcommittees

  • Appropriates $500,000 from the general fund to the Legislative Council Service for fiscal year 2027 for initial staffing and activities, with unexpended funds reverting to the general fund

Legislative Description

Permanent Health & Human Services Committee

Last Action

Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SRC/SFC

1/26/2026

Committee Referrals

Committees1/26/2026

Full Bill Text

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