Decoupling Protected New Mexico from Millions in Lost Revenue
In New Mexico, we prioritize the health and well-being of our families and children, but we can’t support them without enough state revenue for the programs and services they need to thrive. During the 2026 regular session, state legislators and Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham passed legislation to protect revenue that would have been lost if the state did not take action.
Impact of Federal Policy Changes to Medicaid and Marketplace Insurance in New Mexico
Report The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) threatens access to affordable health care by imposing burdensome work requirements, raising out-of-pocket costs, and stripping health insurance from New Mexicans with “lawfully-present” immigration status–many of whom are survivors of violence and trauma.
The Rising Cost of Climate Change in New Mexico
Memo Climate change is already costing New Mexico economically, socially, and environmentally. If we don’t act now, our families and communities will continue to suffer from wildfire destruction, water shortages, infrastructure damage, lost income, and increasing demands on state and local budgets.
Impact of Federal Changes on SNAP
Report Recent federal policy changes to SNAP, including harsher work requirements and shifting a share of the cost of benefits to the states, will cause more families and children in New Mexico to face challenges in accessing affordable, nutritious food.
Impact of Federal Tax Changes on New Mexico
Report The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) made changes to the federal tax code that give expensive tax breaks to the wealthiest households, at the expense of families who depend on income support programs.
Impact of Federal Policy Changes on Climate and the Transition to Clean Energy
Report The OBBBA restricts and phases out many environmental and climate-related tax credits and incentives from the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) that will have far-reaching consequences for New Mexico.