The New Mexico Senate convened on March 5, 2025, for the first edition of the New Mexico Senate Floor Wrap for the 57th Legislature. This initiative by the New Mexico Senate Majority Communications Office provides a summary of legislative activities.
On this day, the Senate addressed confirmations and legislation related to healthcare, education, and state investment procedures. Among the actions taken was the confirmation of Heather Jordan as the new Director of Workers’ Compensation Administration.
Senate Joint Memorial 1/a, concerning forest restoration and economic development introduced by Senator Padilla, passed unanimously with a vote of 39-0. Additionally, Senate Bill 119, which involves investment in bioscience companies sponsored by Senators Hickey and Muñoz, passed with a vote of 26-15.
A notable event scheduled for March 6 is the Hoops4Hope Annual Legislative Basketball Game at Santa Fe Indian School. The game features a matchup between the Senate Lobos and House Aggies. Since its inception in 2000 and transformation into a charity event in honor of late NM Rep. Ray Ruiz in 2004, it has raised over $300,000 for the UNM Comprehensive Cancer Center.
The New Mexico Senate will reconvene at 11:00 am on Thursday, March 6, 2025.
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