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Introduced
01/20/2026
01/20/2026
In Committee
01/27/2026
01/27/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION FOR THE AGING AND LONG-TERM SERVICES DEPARTMENT TO CONTRACT FOR THE PROVISION OF FROZEN FOOD, INCLUDING MEDICALLY TAILORED FOOD, IN COMMUNITIES WITH HIGH FOOD INSECURITY, LIMITED ACCESS TO HEALTHY FOOD AND A SUBPOPULATION OF PERSONS WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS REQUIRING SPECIAL MEALS.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $200,000 from the state's general fund to the Aging and Long-Term Services Department for the fiscal year 2027 to pay for frozen food, which includes medically tailored food, for communities that experience significant food insecurity, have difficulty accessing healthy food options, and have a group of people with medical conditions that require specialized meals. Any money not spent by the end of fiscal year 2027 will be returned to the general fund.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
HHHC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 01/27/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=42&year=26 |
| HHHC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0042HC1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/HB0042.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0042.pdf |
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