New Mexico Center on Law and Poverty

HB 426 – The Opportunity to Purchase Act is headed to its FINAL Senate committee: Senate Judiciary. This is the last stop before a full Senate vote—and we need your voice NOW. Manufactured home communities are a vital source of affordable housing for New Mexicans, especially seniors & families. But out-of-state investors are buying up these communities, raising rents, neglecting maintenance, & displacing longtime residents. ? HB 426 gives residents the opportunity to purchase their communities when they go up for sale. It’s a common-sense solution that keeps people in their homes, stabilizes rents, and strengthens our communities. ?? TAKE ACTION NOW! Contact Senate Judiciary Committee members and urge them to Vote YES on HB 426! https://lnkd.in/gHuRJMyk

New Mexicans look out for each other. But out-of-state investors are buying up manufactured home communities, hiking rents, and displacing seniors and families who’ve build their lives here. HB 426 offers a simple, fair solution: it gives residents the opportunity to buy their communities when they go up for sale, allowing them to stay in their homes and keep their communities intact. With just one more committee before reaching the full Senate, this bill is a critical step to protect affordable housing. Learn more about why it matters in this powerful op-ed: https://lnkd.in/g3h9QBmh

?? ACTION ALERT! ?? After passing the House unanimously, it's time for Senate Health & Public Affairs Committee to act on HB 77: SNAP State Outreach Plans. Join the discussion Sunday at 1 PM! With some of the highest food insecurity rates in the country, New Mexico needs this bill to make SNAP benefits easier to access—especially for older adults, rural communities, & families facing barriers. HB 77 helps nonprofits & food banks connect more people with the food they need by unlocking federal matching funds for SNAP outreach. ??? Join the hearing Sunday at 1 PM in Room 311 or via Zoom! Speak up and tell legislators to Vote YES on HB 77! https://lnkd.in/gyMFFNT6

?? ACTION NEEDED! ?? SB 13: State-Tribal Education Compacts—has passed the Senate unanimously & is waiting on a hearing in the House Education Committee. ? But time is running out! This bill ensures Tribes oversee schools rooted in Native language, culture, & values, ensuring Native students succeed on their terms. ?? Contact the House Education Committee TODAY! Urge them to hear & pass SB 13 before the session ends! Click here to email committee members: https://lnkd.in/gXZZvePf

?? Caring for aging loved ones w/ serious health needs shouldn’t come at the cost of your paycheck. Cecilia's story is one so many New Mexicans share—her children are caring for her while balancing their jobs. HB 11 would give caregivers the support they need to be there when it matters most, w/out risking their job or income. Learn more & take action to get it passed! https://nmpfml.org/ #nmleg

?? Victory for New Mexico’s Students! ?? SJM 3 has PASSED the full Senate unanimously! ?? This is a huge win for bilingual and multicultural education across our state. Together, we’re honoring the rich languages and cultures of New Mexico’s students and investing in their bright futures! Thank you to everyone who supported this important step forward. Let’s keep up the momentum! ??

? Support HB 11 – Paid Family & Medical Leave for NM families! It’s time for the Senate Finance Committee to act. HB 11 ensures workers can care for loved ones or themselves without losing their paycheck. Tell Senate Finance Committee members to pass HB 11 & restore vital components that makes it work for all families & remains stable longterm. Learn more & act now: https://ow.ly/yBWG50Vil7P

?? HB 426 is in Committee TODAY! ?? Let’s protect affordable housing in New Mexico! ?? HB 426 – The Opportunity to Purchase Act gives residents of manufactured home communities the chance to buy their parks and prevent displacement. ? Keep families & seniors in their homes ? Stop rent hikes from out-of-state investors ??? Join the House Judiciary Committee meeting at 1:30 PM and urge them to vote YES on HB 426! zoom.us/j/85681041953

Huge news! ?? SB 163: Protect Tribal Regalia in Schools just passed the House, clearing the full legislature & now heading to the Governor's desk to be signed into law! A huge thank you to sponsor Sen. Shendo, community leaders, & students who shared powerful testimony in support to make this happen. ?? This historic bill will ensure students can proudly wear their tribal regalia & cultural items at key school events like graduations & ceremonies, without fear of discrimination or being forced to remove them. This is a monumental step forward in reaffirming students' right to cultural expression & respect, fostering an environment where their identities are honored. #nmleg

Annette suddenly became too sick to work five years ago & now her husband Martin is her primary caretaker while also working full-time. With House Bill 11, her husband could care for her & work without worrying about losing his job or paycheck. Watch her full story & take action at nmpfml.org. #nmleg