HM 21 — "NEW MEXICO FOOD & FARMS DAY"
Last action — Signed
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✓Introduced
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✓In Committee
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✓Passed House
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✓Passed Senate
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✓To Executive
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6Enacted
This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 27, 2026. Enacted.
Signed by Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham (Democratic) on March 09, 2026.
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Enacted
Current position in the legislative process.
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4 sponsors
4 primary, 0 co-sponsors signed on.
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Bipartisan support
Sponsored across 2 parties (3 D · 1 R) — cross-party backing.
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Bill Text
What changed in the latest version
55 added · 72 removedPlain-language change summary
The bill HM 21 has been updated to include a specific designation of January 30, 2026, as "New Mexico Food and Farms Day." This amendment highlights the importance of local food systems and access to nutritious food for all residents. Additionally, it recognizes several award recipients for their contributions to sustainable farming and food initiatives. This change is significant as it raises awareness about local agriculture and honors those making a positive impact in the community.
HOUSEA MEMORIAL 21DECLARING 57THJANUARY LEGISLATURE-30, STATE2026 OF"NEW NEWMEXICOMEXICO -FOOD SECONDAND SESSION,FARMS 2026DAY" INTRODUCEDIN BYTHE JoanneHOUSE J.OF REPRESENTATIVES.
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NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO that January 30, 2026 be declared "New Mexico Food and Farms Day" in the house e t 17 of representatives in celebration of community food and farm w l n d 18 initiatives toward ending hunger and strengthening the = = 19 a l statewide food system;
and i a e r 20 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that a copy of this memorial be a t m m 21 transmitted to the policy director of farm to table New Mexico.
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Action History
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Signed
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passed House
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withdrawn from committee
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not printed, not referred to committee, tabled
Sponsors
- Rebecca Dow · Primary
- Joanne J. Ferrary · Primary
- Tara L. Lujan · Primary
- Joseph Franklin Hernandez · Primary
Sponsorship breakdown
Export CSV (upgrade) →4 sponsors · 0 co-sponsors · 108 not signed on
Sponsors (4)
- Rebecca Dow Republican
- Joanne J. Ferrary Democrat
- Tara L. Lujan Democrat
- Joseph Franklin Hernandez Democrat
Co-sponsors (0)
None.
Not signed on (108)
108 members have not signed on to this bill.
Show all 108 →"Not signed on" means a member has not sponsored or co-sponsored this bill — it does not imply opposition. Members flagged Voted No have a recorded No vote on this bill.
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Frequently asked questions
- Who sponsors HM 21?
- HM 21 is sponsored by Rebecca Dow (Republican), Joanne J. Ferrary (Democrat), Tara L. Lujan (Democrat), and Joseph Franklin Hernandez (Democrat).
- What is the current status of HM 21?
- This bill has been enacted into law. Introduced January 27, 2026. Enacted.
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