Senate lawmakers pass budget proposal for New Mexico which heads back to the House for final vote
Feb 16, 2026
SANTA FE, N.M. (KRQE) – Lawmakers are close to sending the largest budget in New Mexico state history to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's desk. The budget, HB 2, was debated for nearly two hours on the Senate floor before it passed. Democratic Senator George Muñoz presented the budg
et earlier today, calling it "structurally sound." "This is a balanced budget, it proves we can meet the moment. We're investing boldly in people, [...] ...read more read less