New Mexico · 2026 Regular Session · Bill
HB 172: SAFE STAFFING ACT & NURSING HOMES
Introduced Official data
- Introduced
- In committee
- Passed one chamber
- Passed both chambers
- Enacted
Last official action: ·Record last updated:
Plain-language summary
HB 172 is a bill introduced in the New Mexico House on January 27, 2026. According to its official title, it concerns: SAFE STAFFING ACT & NURSING HOMES. Primary sponsor: Kathleen Cates (Democratic), Liz Thomson (Democratic), Reena Szczepanski (Democratic), Ferrary, Joanne J., Eleanor Chávez (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kathleen Cates | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 44 |
| Liz Thomson | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 24 |
| Reena Szczepanski | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 47 |
| Ferrary, Joanne J. | Primary sponsor | Not applicable (committee) | — | — |
| Eleanor Chávez | Primary sponsor | Democratic | House | 26 |
“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