Co-Chairs Senator Crystal Brantley and Representative Andrea Reeb of the Public Safety Legislative Task Force have reached out to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham, urging her to authorize the consideration of public safety legislation during the 2026 legislative session. The request is based on findings from a recent task force meeting in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
The 2026 session, primarily focused on budget matters, requires a specific message from the governor for any legislation not directly related to state finances. The task force's report outlines several key recommendations aimed at enhancing public safety across New Mexico.
The proposed legislative measures include improving judicial accountability, enforcing accountability in homelessness and behavioral health spending, protecting law-abiding citizens while restoring public order, aligning sentencing and supervision with public safety goals, and empowering local governments and law enforcement.
Republicans plan to introduce these proposals during the upcoming session. They emphasize that if enacted, these measures could significantly enhance public safety throughout the state.
New Mexico State Senate will be involved in considering these proposals once they are introduced.
