Bill > HB147

This bill creates an additional judgeship in the Second Judicial District of New Mexico by increasing the number of district judges from thirty to thirty-one. The legislation also includes a specific appropriation of $306,800 from the general fund to support the new judicial position in fiscal year 2026. The appropriated funds are intended to cover expenses related to the new judgeship, including the judge's salary and benefits, as well as necessary staff costs, furniture, equipment, and supplies. Any unused funds from this appropriation at the end of fiscal year 2026 will be returned to the general fund. The bill represents an effort to expand judicial capacity in the Second Judicial District, which likely serves a significant population and may be experiencing increased case loads that necessitate an additional judge.

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https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=147&year=25