A coalition of community organizations have joined forces to advance community-centered public safety policies in New Mexico during the 2025 legislative session were set to urge the House Judiciary Committee today to focus on real solutions to crime
Today, New Mexico lawmakers introduced House Bill 9, the Immigrant Safety Act, a measure aimed at cutting New Mexico's ties to the federal immigration detention system.
*Update: The court issued a temporary order stopping the transfer Sunday night.
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A diverse coalition of formerly incarcerated New Mexicans, family members of those currently incarcerated, and criminal justice reform advocates will hold a rally at the Roundhouse on February 10 to urge lawmakers to prioritize treatment over punishment and invest in community-based solutions.
A group of New Mexico's civil rights, immigrants’ rights, and reproductive rights organizations will host an interactive virtual briefing on to help reporters understand the context and connections needed to understand the privacy challenges New Mexicans face.
A coalition of advocates, community organizations, and directly impacted people held a press conference to discuss legislation aimed at improving public safety by expanding access to behavioral health services, housing, and other essential resources.