Tag: Michelle Lujan Grisham

New Mexico is deepening its role as a national leader in disability rights after expanding insurance coverage for complex rehabilitation technology devices. Advocates say the new law could improve mobility, healthcare access and quality of life for thousands of disabled residents across the state.

A court challenge is testing New Mexico’s universal child care program, but for many families the bigger question is economic: how much money can it save, and what is at stake if the program faces disruption? Here’s what the legal fight means and how the program could help household budgets.

A legal challenge to New Mexico’s universal child care program has become more than a courtroom dispute. It is a test of executive authority, political will and whether social programs families rely on can endure legal and partisan battles.

As millions more American children fall into poverty after pandemic-era supports faded, New Mexico is pointing to a different outcome — and making a case that policy choices still matter.

As New Mexico’s Immigrant Safety Act takes effect this May, the state joins a growing movement resisting immigrant detention and cooperation with ICE.

Pedestrian deaths fall again in New Mexico, pushing the state out of the worst-in-US ranking after years of deadly post-pandemic spikes.

Santa Fe is named an IMBA Trail Town, with Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham pledging expanded outdoor access to drive health and economic growth.

A new New Mexico law requires schools to install AEDs and train staff for cardiac emergencies during athletic activities to prevent sudden cardiac deaths.

Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signs medical malpractice reform and other health care measures during New Mexico’s legislative session, aiming to reduce costs and address physician shortages.

The New Mexico Department of Workforce Solutions says 2,800 workers have completed training for climate-ready and infrastructure careers, surpassing earlier targets as the state prepares for a surge in clean energy and public works projects.

The New Mexico Legislature approves House Bill 124, permanently establishing the Office of New Americans under the Department of Workforce Solutions. The measure now awaits the governor’s signature.

New Mexico lawmakers wrap up the 2026 session, approving universal childcare, a $1.5-billion road bond, and medical malpractice reforms.