Senate Bill 4, which proposes statewide greenhouse gas emissions limits, is currently under review by the Senate Finance Committee. The bill, sponsored by Senate President Pro Tempore Mimi Stewart, aims for a 45% reduction by 2030, a 75% reduction by 2040, and a complete reduction by 2050 based on 2005 levels. Concerns have been raised about potential negative impacts on the economy and jobs, particularly in the oil and gas industry.

The Greater Albuquerque Chamber of Commerce has voiced strong support for House Bill 4, which seeks to reform criminal competency statutes. Terri Cole stated that the bill aims to expand crimes considered for competency evaluation and improve evaluations by professionals. This effort intends to protect the public from dangerous criminals while providing mental health treatment.

House Bill 16 targets fentanyl traffickers with enhanced penalties. Supported by Rep. Charlotte Little and endorsed by Terri Cole, the bill focuses on those trafficking large quantities of fentanyl rather than consumers.

A tied vote in the House Judiciary Committee halted House Bill 39, which would allow access to certain juvenile records in firearm background checks. Enrique C. Knell supported the bill as a means to keep firearms out of violent offenders' hands.

Senate Bill 242 passed unanimously in the Senate Education Committee. Sponsored by Mimi Stewart, it requires teachers to complete coursework on reading science as part of licensure renewal. D’Val Westphal highlighted its potential impact on improving literacy rates among students.

House Bill 47 received unanimous support from the House Taxation and Revenue Committee. It proposes changes to veteran property tax exemptions and now moves to the House floor for debate.

American Indian Day was celebrated with presentations from tribal leaders emphasizing collaboration with legislators. The New Mexico Hospitality Association encourages support for tourism funding through legislative finance committees.