New Mexico legislation · 2026 Regular Session
New Mexico HM8: REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
Status: Passed both chambers, February 10, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, February 10, 2026:
A MEMORIAL HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY OF REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. WHEREAS, during the week of January 12 through January 19, 2026, the people of New Mexico will commemorate the life and legacy of Reverend Doctor Martin Luther King, Jr. throughout the state as part of the "Dream Week" commemorations organized by the Martin Luther King, Jr. commission, which was created by act of the legislature in 1991; and WHEREAS, the theme for the observance of the 2026 Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday is "Mission Possible Two: Building Community, Uniting a Nation the Nonviolent Way"; and WHEREAS, "Dream Week 2026" will feature events, celebrations and moments of service designed to uplift Dr. King's ideals and bring New Mexico communities together statewide; and WHEREAS, Dr. King was awarded the 1964 Nobel peace prize for his leadership in the nonviolent struggle for civil rights and the passage of landmark civil rights legislation; and WHEREAS, through his life, Dr. King left a blueprint to follow for the achievement of both personal excellence and realization of "the beloved community", where there is peace, HM Page love, respect and equality for all; and WHEREAS, it is important to honor Dr. King's teaching that "injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere"; and WHEREAS, the diverse communities of New Mexico reflect the beautiful …
Sponsors
- Pamelya Herndon (D, HD-028) · primary sponsor
Latest actions
- : Signed by one or both houses (for legislation not requiring Governor's signature)
- : Passed in the House of Representatives - Y:70 N:0
- : HGEIC: Reported by committee with Do Pass recommendation
- : Sent to HGEIC - Referrals: HGEIC
Subjects: MEMORIALS, OTHER
Common questions
- What is HM8?
- HM8 is a bill in the New Mexico Legislature (2026 Regular Session): REVEREND DOCTOR MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.
- What is the status of HM8?
- Passed both chambers as of February 10, 2026. Latest action: Signed by one or both houses (for legislation not requiring Governor's signature) (February 10, 2026).
- Who sponsored HM8?
- Pamelya Herndon (D, HD-028).
- Where is the official record for HM8?
- On the New Mexico Legislature website: https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legType=M&legNo=8&year=26
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