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Introduced
01/23/2026
01/23/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT RELATING TO CHILDREN; AMENDING THE CHILDREN'S CODE; PROVIDING THAT A GUARDIAN AD LITEM SHALL NOT SERVE AS GUARDIAN AD LITEM FOR MORE THAN TWENTY CHILDREN AT THE SAME TIME; MAKING CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.
AI Summary
This bill amends the Children's Code to establish a limit on the number of children a guardian ad litem, who is an individual appointed by a court to represent a child's best interests in legal proceedings, can represent simultaneously, stating that a guardian ad litem shall not serve more than twenty children at the same time.
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Sent to SCC - Referrals: SCC/SHPAC/SJC (on 01/23/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=126&year=26 |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0126.pdf |
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