Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham has enacted 41 bills into law in Santa Fe, targeting diverse priorities like healthcare, economic growth, education, environmental protection, and public safety. According to the administration, these measures underscore the state's continuing dedication to enhancing life quality for its residents.
Among the healthcare-related laws are HB 056 for Medicaid reimbursements for birth centers and SB 120 eliminating cost-sharing in behavioral health. The energy and environmental bills include HB 093, which focuses on advanced grid technology plans, and SB 021, concerning pollutant discharge elimination.
The economic development sector sees the introduction of the HB 019 Trade Ports Development Act, while education improvements feature HB 063's public school funding formula changes. Community support measures include HB 113, which addresses animal welfare program and trust funds.
A full list of the bills signed by the governor includes a varied focus on these areas.
"Healthcare improvements," including HB 056, HB 078, HB 117, HB 171, HB 178, SB 120, SB 122, and SB 249, were highlighted as key changes.
"Energy and environmental protection" legislation comprises HB 093, HB 128, HB 137, HB 140, HB 212, HB 240, HB 295, and SB 021.
For "economic development," laws such as HB 019, HB 368, and HB 456 are set to impact progress.
"Education and public service" were addressed with HB 063, HB 069, HB 089, SB 019, SB 146, and HB 336.
Finally, "community support and governance" covers HB 010, HB 024, HB 113, HB 158, HB 296, HB 398, HB 468, SB 088, SB 092, SB 126, SB 159, SB 221, SB 267, SB 280, SB 290, and SB 357.
These diverse bills reflect the governor's comprehensive approach to addressing New Mexico's multifaceted needs.
