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NM SB305

Bill

Status

Introduced

2/4/2026

Primary Sponsor

Linda Lopez

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Origin

Senate

2026 Regular Session

AI Summary

  • Renames the "Juvenile Community Corrections Act" to the "Juvenile Community Connections Act" and renames the associated grant fund accordingly

  • Expands fund eligibility to include children (under 18) and youth (18-22) referred to juvenile justice services for committing delinquent acts, not just adjudicated delinquents

  • Increases the administrative cost cap from 10% to 12% for both the department and grantees

  • Adds new definition of "research-based interventions and risk reduction services" focusing on reducing justice system involvement, increasing school attendance, and reducing trauma

  • Shifts authority for establishing local selection panels from the state to counties, municipalities, or private organizations, with required representation from judiciary, schools, law enforcement, and community members

Legislative Description

Juvenile Corrections Fund Uses

Last Action

Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SJC/SFC

2/4/2026

Committee Referrals

Committees2/4/2026

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