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Introduced
01/28/2026
01/28/2026
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
02/19/2026
02/19/2026
Introduced Session
2026 Regular Session
Bill Summary
AN ACT MAKING AN APPROPRIATION TO PROVIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTH TREATMENT AND TRAINING TO FIRST RESPONDERS.
AI Summary
This bill appropriates $2 million from the state's general fund to the department of health for the fiscal year 2027 to fund behavioral health treatment and training specifically for first responders, who are individuals like police officers, firefighters, and paramedics who are often the first on the scene of emergencies and may experience significant stress and trauma. Any money not spent by the end of that fiscal year will be returned to the general fund.
Committee Categories
Health and Social Services
Sponsors (2)
Last Action
HHHC: Reported by committee without a recommendation (on 02/06/2026)
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legtype=B&legno=198&year=26 |
| HHHC Committee Report | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0198HC1.pdf |
| Fiscal Note | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/firs/HB0198.PDF |
| BillText | https://www.nmlegis.gov/Sessions/26%20Regular/bills/house/HB0198.pdf |
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