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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
02/02/2026
02/02/2026
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO THE BOARD OF REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MEXICO TO FUND THE MEDICAL SPANISH EDUCATION PROGRAM FOR HEALTH SCIENCES CENTER STUDENTS.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $350,000 from the state's general fund to the board of regents of the University of New Mexico for fiscal years 2027 and 2028, specifically for the Health Sciences Center's office for diversity, equity, and inclusion. The funds are intended to develop and implement Spanish-language curriculum to improve the medical Spanish education program for students at the Health Sciences Center, aiming to enhance their ability to communicate with Spanish-speaking patients. Any money not spent by the end of fiscal year 2028 will be returned to the general fund.
Sponsors (3)
Last Action
SEC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation (on 02/02/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=S&legtype=B&legno=179&year=26 |
| SEC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0179ED1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/SB0179.PDF |
| SCC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0179CC1.pdf |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/senate/SB0179.pdf |
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