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HB 375

PUBLIC PEACE, HEALTH, SAFETY & WELFARE

2026 Regular Session Introduced by Art De La Cruz

New Mexico HB 375 on public peace, health, safety, and welfare stalled after failing to advance from House committee, with action postponed indefinitely.

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Bill Summary · HB 375

Legislative bill overview

HB 375 was introduced in the New Mexico House of Representatives by sponsor Art De La Cruz, focusing on matters related to public peace, health, safety, and welfare. The bill was referred to the House Rules and Order of Business Committee but was not printed for consideration, and subsequently had its action postponed indefinitely on March 24, 2026.

Why is this important

The indefinite postponement effectively halts this legislation, meaning it will not advance further in the current legislative session without explicit action to revive it. This outcome demonstrates how bills can stall in the legislative process even after introduction, potentially due to lack of committee support, competing priorities, or procedural challenges.

Potential points of contention

  • Lack of transparency: The bill's specific provisions are unavailable since it was never printed, making it impossible for the public or legislators to evaluate its actual content or intent
  • Committee gatekeeping: The House Rules and Order of Business Committee's decision not to print the bill suggests either procedural issues or substantive concerns that prevented advancement
  • Indefinite postponement: This procedural move leaves the bill's fate uncertain rather than formally rejecting it, which could indicate unresolved disagreements among stakeholders

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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