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Governor Vetoes Bipartisan Parole Reform Bill Despite Unanimous Legislative Support

SANTA FE, NM – Today, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham vetoed Senate Bill 17, the New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act, despite the bipartisan, common-sense legislation receiving unanimous approval from both chambers of the legislature.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

Public Safety Coalition: NM Legislative Session Made Progress but Key Work Not Done 

A coalition of community organizations and community groups is weighing in on the legislature's actions on public safety. While acknowledging some positive steps forward, the coalition emphasizes that much work remains to be done to truly

New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act (SB 17) Awaits Governor’s Signature

Today, the New Mexico Senate concurred on the New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act (SB 17), which the House of Representatives passed on Monday evening following unanimous approval in the Senate.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

Urgent Human Rights Complaint Submitted After ICE “Disappears” 48 New Mexico Residents

A coalition of immigrants' rights advocates announced the submission of a formal complaint with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security challenging the "disappearance" of 48 New Mexico residents.

PRESS CONFERENCE: Complaint Submitted After 48 NM Residents Taken by ICE

A coalition of immigrants’ rights advocates will host a press conference Monday at 10:00 am inside the Roundhouse in Santa Fe.

New Mexico House Passes HB 9 Immigrant Safety Act

Today, the New Mexico House of Representatives passed House Bill 9, the Immigrant Safety Act.
Issue Areas: Immigrants’ Rights

New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act (SB 17) Passed by the Senate  

Today, the New Mexico State Senate unanimously passed the New Mexico Parole Board Modernization Act (SB 17).

HB 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, Passes House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee with a 4-2 Vote

Today, the House Consumer & Public Affairs Committee heard and passed House Bill 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, with a vote of 4-2.

Public Safety Coalition Urges House Judiciary Committee to Oppose House Bill 8 and Focus on Real Solutions

A coalition of community organizations have joined forces to advance community-centered public safety policies in New Mexico during the 2025 legislative session were set to urge the House Judiciary Committee today to focus on real solutions to crime