House Bill 2, the measure laying out a fiscal $10.8 billion spending plan for fiscal year 2026 passes the Senate and heads back to the house for concurrence.

New Mexico has the highest percentage of hospitals owned by private equity firms. Lawmakers are debating how to balance accessibility of healthcare with the industry's need for investment.

Senate Bill 364, sponsored by former DACA recipient, Senator Cindy Nava, would make it possible for non-citizen residents to work for law enforcement agencies in the state.

State senator Craig Brandt takes a traditional conservative view on some legislation while going against his own party and collaborating with Democrats on others.

A lawyer for ACLU New Mexico explains why her organization and other immigration advocates accuse federal immigration enforcement officials of human rights violations.

School teacher-turned-lawmaker seeks to elevate education statewide.

State Senator Leo Jaramillio's lowrider license plate bill celebrates a much-loved aspect of New Mexico culture.

House Bill 5, sponsored by Rep. Michelle Paulene Abeyta, would create a New Mexico Office of Child Advocate.

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Senate Majority Leader Peter Wirth isn't predicting passage of SB-176, a measure capping insurance premiums, but he's hopeful that a change in gross receipts tax on medical services will help retain physicians and other care providers.