New Mexico · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 162: MOTOR VEHICLE CRIMES & PENALTIES
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 162 is a bill introduced in the New Mexico House on January 26, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: MOTOR VEHICLE CRIMES & PENALTIES. Primary sponsor: Heather Berghmans (Democratic), Cynthia Borrego (Democratic), Meredith Dixon (Democratic), Art De La Cruz (Democratic). Most recent recorded action (March 24, 2026): action postponed indefinitely.
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Sponsors
Sponsors by party (alphabetical): Democratic 4
| Name | Role | Party | Chamber | District |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Heather Berghmans | Primary sponsor | Democratic | Senate | 15 |
| Cynthia Borrego | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 17 |
| Meredith Dixon | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 20 |
| Art De La Cruz | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 12 |
“Support” is shown only as formal sponsorship recorded by the legislature. Roll-call votes are available on the official bill page.
Recent official actions
- action postponed indefinitely
- not printed House Rules and Order of Business Committee