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Policy & Advocacy Resources
Empower your community by turning your voice into action to shape legislation, advance change, and hold decision-makers accountable. This page holds provides information on recent laws in New Mexico, including their impact, key advocacy organizations, advocacy resources, and helpful tools to amplify your voice.
Recent Laws in New Mexico and Their Impact
House Bill 156 - 'Repeal Special Session Vaccination Laws' These documents give insight into the history of vaccinations in New Mexico and how this bill supports vaccine access. Click on each image to learn more!
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Leading Advocacy Organizations
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Paid Family Medical Leave Act: The Southwest Women’s Law Center is the lead advocate for this initiative; please read more about the PFML Act here.
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New Mexico Together 4 Healthcare - is a statewide, multiracial campaign of families and community organizations working together to strengthen healthcare access for all of New Mexico’s children and families. We work to advance affordable healthcare solutions for all New Mexicans and build a community-led movement to take part in healthcare policy decisions.
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Using MyRoundhouse to Stay Up-To-Date on Legislation Watch this video tutorial to learn how to set up your FREE account to track legislation during the session. This is an easy and quick way to stay in the loop and be notified of a bill or memorial's movements. Navigating nmlegis.gov - Find Bills, Legislators' Contact Information, Live Webinars and Recordings, and More! Watch an in-depth and helpful tutorial from one of NMPHA's very own Policy Interns, Hannah Obrey. Watch video here.
NM Voices for Children - A Guide to Legislative Advocacy in New Mexico View this thorough and comprehensive booklet for all of the ins and outs of legislative advocacy in New Mexico! NM Voices for Children - A Guide to New Mexico's State Budget State budgets can be complicated and daunting, but they are crucial to creating safe, healthy, and thriving communities. Learn more here!
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Creative Approaches to Advocacy Advocacy can feel overwhelming, but there are other approaches besides lobbying. This presentation highlights creative approaches to advocacy that focus on building connections with people.
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