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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
02/13/2026
02/13/2026
Crossed Over
02/06/2026
02/06/2026
Passed
02/17/2026
02/17/2026
Dead
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO PUBLIC SCHOOLS; AMENDING THE TEACHER RESIDENCY ACT; PROVIDING THAT THE AMOUNT OF THE STIPEND FOR A TEACHING RESIDENT BE SET AT A PERCENTAGE OF THE STATUTORY MINIMUM SALARY FOR LEVEL ONE TEACHERS BASED ON THE RESIDENT'S QUALIFICATIONS; PROVIDING THAT A TEACHING RESIDENT MAY WORK AT ANY PUBLIC SCHOOL AFTER THE RESIDENCY INSTEAD OF A PUBLIC SCHOOL IN THE SPONSORING SCHOOL DISTRICT; PROVIDING THAT A PARTNER SCHOOL DISTRICT OR CHARTER SCHOOL SHALL BE EXPECTED TO OFFER EMPLOYMENT TO A TEACHING RESIDENT DEPENDING ON THE DISTRICT'S OR CHARTER SCHOOL'S STAFFING NEEDS AND THE RESIDENT'S PERFORMANCE.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Teacher Residency Act to adjust the financial support and post-residency employment options for aspiring teachers. Specifically, it changes how the stipend for a teaching resident is calculated, basing it on a percentage of the minimum salary for a Level One teacher, with a higher percentage for those who already hold a bachelor's degree. Previously, a flat amount was provided. The bill also modifies the requirement for where a teaching resident must work after completing their program; instead of being limited to the sponsoring school district, they can now work at any public school. Furthermore, it clarifies that partner school districts or charter schools are expected to offer employment to teaching residents, but this offer is contingent upon the school's staffing needs and the resident's performance, rather than being an automatic guarantee.
Committee Categories
Education
Sponsors (6)
Debbie Sariñana (D)*,
Brian Baca (R),
Natalie Figueroa (D),
Joy Garratt (D),
Andrés Romero (D),
Mimi Stewart (D),
Last Action
Passed in the Senate - Y:39 N:0 (on 02/17/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=30&year=26 |
| SEC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0030ED1.pdf |
| HGEIC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0030GE1.pdf |
| HEC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0030EC1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/HB0030.PDF |
| LESC Analysis | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/LESCAnalysis/HB0030.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0030.pdf |
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