New Mexico legislation · 2026 Regular Session
New Mexico HM25: VICTIMS OF VIOLENT CRIMES & THEIR FAMILIES
Status: Passed both chambers, February 10, 2026
What the bill says
From the enrolled text, February 10, 2026:
A MEMORIAL RECOGNIZING VICTIMS OF VIOLENT CRIME AND THEIR FAMILIES AND HONORING THEIR LOSSES. WHEREAS, lives lost to senseless acts of violence deserve to be honored and remembered; and WHEREAS, each life lost represents a story, a family and a dream left unfulfilled; and WHEREAS, victims of violent crime would like to educate the public and policymakers about the impact of murder and other violent crime on families and communities; and WHEREAS, the diverse contributions of the survivors' movement should be recognized; and WHEREAS, New Mexico stands in solidarity with the families and loved ones who carry the weight of unimaginable loss and whose strength in the face of grief is a testament to the enduring power of love and remembrance; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO that victims of violent crime be recognized, honored and remembered by ensuring that their lives will never be forgotten and their legacies will inspire change and by fostering communities of peace, support and justice; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this memorial be transmitted to the chair of the crime victims reparation HM Page commission. HM Page
Sponsors
- Nicole Chavez (R, HD-031) · primary sponsor
- Andrea Reeb (R, HD-064)
- Alan T. Martinez (R, HD-023)
- Rebecca Dow (R, HD-038)
- Tanya Mirabal Moya (R, HD-007)
- Gail Armstrong (R, HD-049)
- Catherine J. Cullen (R, HD-057)
- William A. Hall II (R, HD-003)
- Jonathan A. Henry (R, HD-054)
- Joshua N. Hernandez (R, HD-060)
- Jenifer Jones (R, HD-032)
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
- : Withdrawn from committee or daily calendar for subsequent action
- : Not Printed, Not referred to committee, tabled
Subjects: MEMORIALS, OTHER, CRIMES & PENALTIES
Common questions
- What is HM25?
- HM25 is a bill in the New Mexico Legislature (2026 Regular Session): VICTIMS OF VIOLENT CRIMES & THEIR FAMILIES.
- What is the status of HM25?
- 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 HM25?
- Nicole Chavez (R, HD-031), with 10 co-sponsors.
- Where is the official record for HM25?
- On the New Mexico Legislature website: https://www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/Legislation?chamber=H&legType=M&legNo=25&year=26
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