Pet food fee to pay for spay and neuter surgeries will remain intact
State lawmakers avoided the end of a vital funding source for thousands of spay and neuter surgeries in New Mexico.
APNMβs Judy Wolf was interviewed by KOB 4 about the passage of Senate Bill 38 (preserving New Mexicoβs pet food fee, which funds thousands of spay/neuter surgeries statewide). She shared why continuing this funding is so critical for animals and communities in New Mexico.
https://bit.ly/4aAHIjt
25.02.2026 18:41 β
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APV is thrilled to announce significant wins for animals at the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session. We celebrate the passage of Senate Bill 38βwhich preserves funding for spay/neuter servicesβand Senate Bill 104βimproving our stateβs Wildlife Commission.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aKxvQg
24.02.2026 20:56 β
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Great News! SB 38 passed the House floor today in a 53-11 vote.
Do you want to continue to support APV's animal advocacy efforts? Donate today: https://bit.ly/4tKtyDK
#NMLegis #APV #SB38
19.02.2026 02:43 β
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Take action now to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law by contacting your Representative and urging them to vote βYESβ on Senate Bill 38 on the House Floor to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law.
Learn more and email your Representative today: https://bit.ly/3MPZrdx
18.02.2026 18:16 β
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SB 38 moved out of it's final committee in a 10-1 vote! Next it is headed to the House Floor.
If you haven't contacted your House Representative in support of SB 38 yet, you can do so here: https://bit.ly/3OmJVX5
Help us save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law in New Mexico.
17.02.2026 16:56 β
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With roughly a week left in the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, two major animal protection bills are racing toward the finish line.
Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT
13.02.2026 20:30 β
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Animal Protection Voters is with Cynthia4nmhouse and 6 others.
Animal Protection Voters is with Cynthia4nmhouse and 6 others.
Huge thanks to all those who participated in the 2026 Animal Protection Lobby Day, including advocates, bill sponsors, speakers, staff, ambassadors, and board members.
APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
13.02.2026 16:51 β
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Senate Bill 38 just passed out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee with a 4-1 vote! Next it will go to the House Judiciary and then the House Floor.
Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters
13.02.2026 03:55 β
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In a 4-1 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee and now heads to the House Judiciary Committee and then to the House Floor.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
13.02.2026 03:53 β
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Animal Protection Lobby Day is tomorrow!
It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation.
#APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection
09.02.2026 15:34 β
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Animal Protection Lobby Day is next week, February 10th!
On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
06.02.2026 18:50 β
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Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39
05.02.2026 21:11 β
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As we near the halfway point of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, read our updates on several key animal-related bills: https://bit.ly/3LY8WXR
And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session.
#APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis
01.02.2026 22:39 β
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Senate Bill 38βthe bill that protects New Mexicoβs affordable spay/neuter lawβunanimously passed the Senate Tax, Business & Transportation Committee.
Sign up for APV action alerts so youβre ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
30.01.2026 14:27 β
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Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor!
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
29.01.2026 23:11 β
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Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee.
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
29.01.2026 16:41 β
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APV is thrilled to announce Senate Bill 38 to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law has been introduced by Senator Peter Wirth and Representative Cristina ParajΓ³n. This legislation is vital to preserving the current law that funds spay/neuter services. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sQA7o5]
23.01.2026 01:24 β
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The New Mexico Legislative Session has officially begun, and with only 30 days to pass pro-animal legislation, every moment counts.
Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0
Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
20.01.2026 23:09 β
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Although Roxyβs Law outlaws most uses of traps, snares, and poisons on public lands, some may choose to violate the law, and many old and forgotten traps still exist in areas an unleashed dog may explore. Keep your canine companion safe and on a leash when hiking this winter season.
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The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session begins in one week, and APV needs your voice to advocate for animals and communities across New Mexico. Sign up for our action alerts and updates to stay involved and up to date on animal protection policy this session: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
#APV #NewMexico
14.01.2026 02:43 β
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With gratitude from all of us at Animal Protection New Mexico and Animal Protection Voters, we wish you happy holidays and a compassionate New Year.
23.12.2025 15:46 β
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Animal Protection Voters endorses Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueenβs unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
20.12.2025 01:24 β
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Animal Protection Voters is excited to announce early endorsement of Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueenβs unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands:
https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
#NMTrue
18.12.2025 01:24 β
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Animal shelters across NM see influx in state funding
Animal welfare organizations in New Mexico say they've seen significant progress with recent funding from two legislative bills.
Real progress is happening for animals in New Mexico. Recent funding from two legislative bills is already strengthening shelters and expanding lifesaving spay/neuter services statewide.
Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc
04.12.2025 20:06 β
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The latest edition of Making Tracks is here!
In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/
03.12.2025 16:50 β
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Long awaited state funds awarded for New Mexico low cost spay and neuter programs
Long awaited state funds awarded for New Mexico low cost spay and neuter programs
After years of advocacy, 28 providers across the state have received support through the SB57 low-cost spay/neuter grant programβan essential step toward reducing shelter overcrowding and euthanasia rates in New Mexico.
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu
#APNM #APV #spayneuter
01.12.2025 23:35 β
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Urge your state legislators to protect domestic violence survivors by allocating funding to CARE (the Companion Animal Rescue Effort).Without more legislative funding, that contract will be unfunded and the services are at risk.
Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT
10.10.2025 21:04 β
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Did you know millions of dollars set aside by law for spay/neuter programs in New Mexico are hanging in the balance?
Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, whatβs at stake for New Mexicoβs animals and communities, and what you can do before itβs too late.
Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...
30.06.2025 22:37 β
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Winrock hosts event teaching community to live alongside wildlife
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M.Β (KRQE) β City officials were down at Winrock Saturday morning, teaching humans the best way to live alongside some of our smaller and wilder neighbors. βUrban wildlife β¦
See APV's Chief Government Affairs Officer, Stacy Sutton Kerby, on KRQE News during an interview at our recent event at Winrock Town Center Park. Stacy discussed coexistence with urban wildlife and updates on recent legislation benefiting animals in New Mexico: www.krqe.com/news/albuque...
21.05.2025 19:06 β
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Laws & Paws was a success!
We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this yearβs Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!
28.04.2025 22:42 β
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