Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has enacted 22 new bills into law, focusing on various sectors including education, environmental protection, healthcare, and public finance.
In education, the newly signed bills aim to enhance educational infrastructure and improve salary structures for educators. Key legislation includes HB 156 which increases educational salaries and SB 345 which addresses teacher and instructional support licensure.
In energy and environmental efforts, the new laws include HB 091 focused on public utility rate structures and SB 023 that modifies oil and gas royalty rates. Another significant element is SB 009 which imposes civil penalties for pipeline safety act violations.
Healthcare improvements are marked by the signing of SB 042, which establishes a comprehensive addiction and recovery program. The role of nurse anesthetists is redefined under SB 078.
Bills related to community support and governance include the SB 031, introducing zero-interest natural disaster loans, and HB 493, which enacts the Public Finance Accountability Act. Additionally, SB 036 aims to protect sensitive personal information.
Governor Lujan Grisham added messages to some of the signed bills, such as SB 011, which enforces an anti-distraction policy in schools. Additionally, some bills like SB 031 received a line-item veto. More details on these vetoes can be found on the governor's official site.
