New New Mexico laws taking effect May 20, 2026

42 laws take effect May 20, 2026.

Of the 237 bills enacted since 2025, 235 have an effective date and 2 don't yet (listed below). A law here takes effect that day by its main provisions; parts of a staggered act may take effect on other dates.

Updated Nov 1, 2026 at 5:07 p.m. EST.

Healthcare (13)

HB 128 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
FIREFIGHTER OCCUPATIONAL DISEASE DISABLEMENT
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 156 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
REPEAL SPECIAL SESSION VACCINATION LAWS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 256 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
DEFIBRILLATORS AT SCHOOL ATHLETIC EVENTS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 306 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PROHIBIT CERTAIN HEALTH CARE FACILITY FEES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 38 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
WHEELCHAIR INSURANCE COVERAGE
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 4 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
HEALTH CARE AFFORDABILITY FUND DISTRIBUTIONS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 66 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL LOAN FUND CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 99 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
MEDICAL MALPRACTICE CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 1 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
INTERSTATE MEDICAL LICENSURE COMPACT ACT
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 101 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
HEALTH CARE DELIVERY & ACCESS ACT REPEAL
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 20 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PRIOR AUTHORIZATION & PRESCRIPTION DRUGS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 3 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
COMMITMENT PROCEDURE CHANGES & DEFINITIONS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 30 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
REPORTING OF INDUCED ABORTIONS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Budget (7)

HB 158 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PLANS ON USE OF CERTAIN FUNDS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 247 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
CAPITAL OUTLAY CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 332 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
CAPITAL OUTLAY REAUTHORIZATIONS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 64 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PUBLIC PROJECT REVOLVING FUND APPROPRIATIONS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 7 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
APPRENTICESHIP ASSISTANCE ACT TRANSFERS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 273 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 48 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
STATE FAIRGROUNDS DISTRICT BONDS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Education (4)

HB 30 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
TEACHER RESIDENCY ACT CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 8 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
HIGHER ED. MAJOR PROJECTS FUND
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 241 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM ACT
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 29 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
MATH REQUIREMENTS FOR TEACHING LICENSE
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Government (3)

HB 43 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
DISABILITY & SURVIVOR PENSIONS CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 95 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
ADDITIONAL SECOND JUDICIAL DISTRICT JUDGESHIP
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 132 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
DOIT SOFTWARE REPLACEMENT PLAN & FUNDING
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Public Lands (3)

HB 108 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
WATERSHED DISTRICT TAXES AND DIRECTORS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 109 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
WATER PROJECT FUND CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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HB 111 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
WATER LAW VIOLATION MAXIMUM PENALTY
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Taxes (3)

HB 154 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
ADVANCED ENERGY PRODUCT DEFINITION
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 151 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
CORPORATE INCOME TAX CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
Parts of this act take effect on other dates.
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SB 38 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
FEES ON REGISTERED PET FOOD
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Crime (2)

SB 41 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
STATUTE OF LIMITATIONS FOR CERTAIN SEX CRIMES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 43 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PAROLE REQUIREMENT CHANGES
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Housing (2)

HB 200 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
NEW HOMES FOR NEW MEXICO PROGRAM
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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SB 58 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
EXTEND PROPERTY TAX EXEMPTION PERIOD
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Civil Rights (1)

HB 124 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
NEW AMERICANS DIVISION IN WSD
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Elections (1)

SB 264 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Finance (1)

HB 165 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
PAYMENT OF CERTAIN IRB SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Immigration (1)

HB 9 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
IMMIGRANT SAFETY ACT
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Traffic (1)

SB 111 · 2026 Regular SessionDerived
MOTOR VEHICLE CODE "PERSONAL INFO"
How we got this date
N.M. Const. art. IV §23: the text sets no date of its own, so the state's default rule applies.
Sine die, 2026 Regular Session Feb 19, 2026 → + 90 days May 20, 2026
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Enacted, but not yet dated (2)

These laws' texts tie their dates to something outside the legislative record (Contingent), or not enough is recorded yet to give one (Unresolved). They may take effect May 20, 2026 too; the record doesn't say.

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HB 50ContingentSOCIAL WORK LICENSURE INTERSTATE COMPACTCompact comes into effect on the date the compact statute is enacted into law in the seventh member state
SB 175UnresolvedCHILD CARE FACILITY LOAN FUND CHANGESthe filing isn't recorded