Southwest Women’s Law Center is always at work on the issues that impact women and girls around reproductive rights, economic security, and gender discrimination.
Throughout the years, we have advocated for many bills at the Legislature and continue to fight for policies that lift women and their families out of poverty.
During the 2021 Legislative Session:
HB 38 – Paid Family & Medical Leave Act
Status: Tabled and Died in Committee
New Mexico workers should not face the loss of their livelihood because they need to take time away from work due to a health condition or family care-giving responsibilities. By passing the PFMLA, we can ensure economic security for New Mexico workers and communities.
HB 44 – Unemployment Compensation Restriction Changes
Status: Tabled and Died in Committee
The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted nearly every part of New Mexican’s lives. Health, education, family responsibilities, employment, and so much more have been disrupted by this public health crisis. We owe it to NM residents to do all we can to mitigate those impacts.
SB 10 – REPEAL ABORTION BAN
Status: Passed and Signed into Law by Governor Lujan Grisham
View Senate Bill 10 via NM Legislature
View Senate Bill 10 Introduction (PDF)
HB 7 – REPEAL ABORTION BAN
Status: Tabled and Died in Committee
View House Bill 7 via NM Legislature
View House Bill 7 (PDF)
Action Alerts
Action Alert: HB38 | Urge Governor Lujan Grisham to stand in support of HB 38
Action Alert: HB38 | ¡Viva Nuevo México! (In English and Spanish)
Action Alert: HB38 is scheduled for February 20th in House Judiciary! (In English and Spanish)
Action Alert: HB38 is moving to House Judiciary! (In English and Spanish)
Action Alert: We are almost there—SB10
Action Alert: HB38 in House Commerce & Econ Development Committee
Action Alert: Ask the Governor to stand in support of working families
Action Alert – HB38 in House Commerce & Econ Development Committee
Resources
What is Paid Family Medical Leave and Paid Sick Leave? Recorded Live