Press Releases

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HB 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, Introduced to End New Mexico’s Complicity in Immigration Detention

Today, New Mexico lawmakers introduced House Bill 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, a measure aimed at cutting New Mexico's ties to the federal immigration detention system.
Issue Areas: Immigrants’ Rights

End Mass Incarceration Day: New Mexicans Rally for Common Sense Solutions Over Harsh Penalties

A diverse coalition of formerly incarcerated New Mexicans, family members of those currently incarcerated, and criminal justice reform advocates will hold a rally at the Roundhouse on February 10 to urge lawmakers to prioritize treatment over punishment and invest in community-based solutions.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

VIRTUAL PRESS BRIEFING Jan. 30: Understanding Critical Privacy Issues at NM Legislative Session 2025

A group of New Mexico's civil rights, immigrants’ rights, and reproductive rights organizations will host an interactive virtual briefing on to help reporters understand the context and connections needed to understand the privacy challenges New Mexicans face.

A Real Path to Public Safety Is Possible This Year, Advocates Say

A coalition of advocates, community organizations, and directly impacted people held a press conference to discuss legislation aimed at improving public safety by expanding access to behavioral health services, housing, and other essential resources.
Issue Areas: Criminal Legal Reform

NM Supreme Court Rules APS Is Accountable to State Anti-Discrimination Laws After Teacher Called Student a “Bloody Indian”

Albuquerque Public Schools (APS) must adhere to state anti-discrimination laws, ruled the New Mexico Supreme Court today.
Issue Areas: Racial Justice

New Mexico Supreme Court Upholds Reproductive Rights in Landmark Decision

The Court affirmed the NM Attorney General’s argument that abortion access in New Mexico is and will remain protected across our state
Issue Areas: Reproductive Freedom