Reena Szczepanski

State lawmakers convene to address cuts that will 'hit New Mexican families the hardest' "While dysfunction in Washington, D.C., grinds the federal government to a complete halt," the House speaker said, the state is taking action.

Without this Special Session, New Mexicans will see insurance premiums soar on the Exchange. We want New Mexicans to know, regardless of what happens in Washington, D.C., your state lawmakers are looking out for you.

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That’s wonderful to hear you’re moving here! Welcome (almost) to New Mexico! I’m glad you’ve now learned of IAIA— I think you’ll love our arts culture here.

Today I visited @IAIASantaFe in my district and it’s such a jewel. From studio arts to creative writing to museum studies, students are learning to create in ways that both honor tradition and push boundaries. Honored to witness the work happening in this incredible space. 🎨🖌️🖼️

'It's a tradition': Santa Fe streets go to the dogs for popular parade Pets, owners and spectators took to downtown Santa Fe on Saturday for a popular Fiesta parade highlighting love of animals.

www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n... just one of the best days of the year.

Violence has no place in American political dialogue. I’m shocked to hear about the shooting of Charlie Kirk today, and I’m keeping him and all those impacted in my thoughts.

Concerned about federal vaccine policies, states are crafting their own As federal health agencies change their approach to vaccine policy leaving access for COVID shots uncertain, some states are taking things into their own hands.

Vaccines should be available to those who want them. Once again, New Mexico is picking up the slack where the federal government has fallen short. Check DOH’s COVID-19 info page for updates. www.npr.org/sections/sho...

Thank you for writing me, Martha. I received your email and will respond ASAP!

Trump sold out working people, cutting their healthcare and raising costs to pay for tax giveaways to the wealthiest Americans. We will not sit back and let cruel federal policy rob our neighbors of their healthcare and food security. www.governor.state.nm.us/2025/09/04/g...

Santa Fe! 📣 Please join me for a Constituent Coffee Hour on Saturday, May 3rd from 1:00pm-3:00pm where we’ll discuss how the legislative session went and look at what’s ahead. Location address will be sent upon RSVPing via this link: forms.gle/1Q53eSMykQbs...

It was such a joy reading to Miss Emily Apodaca's kindergarten class at Puesta Del Sol Elementary in Rio Rancho! 📖💖 These future leaders have such awesome ideas and asked some brilliant questions!

Moms in Congress just took on Speaker Johnson and won! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 “We’re changing the way that Congress works, making sure that moms and parents have a voice,” Pettersen said.

This guy is in one of the worst prisons in the world with no way out and may spend the rest of his life there because, it appears, he has an autism awareness tattoo in honor of his little brother.

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The NM State Senate passes (28-12) HOUSE BILL 586 REVIEW OF CERTAIN HEALTHCARE TRANSACTIONS ( @reenaszcz.bsky.social & @katyduhiggfornm.bsky.social) #nmleg #nmpol www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/...

PASSED IN BOTH CHAMBERS: The Local Solar Access Fund directs $20 million straight to New Mexico communities most in need of the funding. We can build emergency resilient buildings across the state and help communities of all sizes build the solar projects they want.☀️

Wildfires, drought, extreme heat – New Mexicans have seen the cost of climate change in our communities. Tonight, we passed the Community Benefit Fund on the House Floor. This major investment package makes sure we aren’t just reacting, but building more resilient communities.

CHNM – Press Release #10 (03.18.25)  - Clear Horizons New Mexico

Wonderful news on for investments in communities most impacted by fires, floods, extreme heat and the worst impacts of the climate crisis! #NMleg Thank you to @mimistewart17.bsky.social @reenaszcz.bsky.social for all of your work to support our communities.

Concerns about private equity ownership drove state's hospital oversight bill A failed hospital merger led to a law giving the state final word over all hospital mergers and acquisitions.

We just passed HB586 in the House to create oversight of hospital mergers. NM is a top target for private equity—we must ensure these deals don’t hurt patient care or healthcare workers. Last year, we set up temporary oversight—now we’re fighting to make it permanent. tinyurl.com/2rkav4nc

First responders deal with PTSD, chronic pain, and high rates of cancer. But for more than 15 years, they have been barred from using medical cannabis to treat symptoms. We’re on the way to changing that with HB230 passing the House Floor tonight.

From our own Majority Floor Leader @reenaszcz.bsky.social and our entire Caucus, Happy International Women’s Day! Following NM House Dems' lead, our entire legislature now sets a national example with the largest women majority in US history!

Bill to get counties out of immigration detention passes House The Immigration Safety Act would ban public entities from contracting to detain people for civil immigration violations.

After three hours of debate, House Bill 9 passed on a 35-25 mostly party-line vote and now heads to the Senate. The Immigration Safety Act, as it's called, would ban public entities such as local governments from entering into contracts to detain people for civil immigration violations.

New Mexico lawmakers look to expand Medicaid access Some state lawmakers know there's a lot of New Mexicans who just can't find coverage that fits in their budget, so they want the state to help out.

With Medicaid Forward, you & your family’s health care costs would never be more than 5% of your income, and lower wage workers wouldn’t have to worry about being kicked off their plans when they start making a few dollars more. This optional plan would be a huge improvement for many.

It was an honor to recognize & celebrate the St. Michael’s High School Horsemen Football Team at the Roundhouse today! Back-to-back state champions—New Mexico couldn’t be prouder of these outstanding athletes!🏆🏆🏈

The House passed HB128 to improve access to solar energy & enhance resiliency for NM’s rural & tribal communities. The Local Solar Access Fund would help govt & tribal entities build clean energy infrastructure, power public buildings & reduce energy costs.
📷: Lead sponsor @reenaszcz.bsky.social

In New Mexico, we care about our families.

The Welcome Child and Family Wellness Leave Act passed on the House Floor yesterday, protecting your job and income while you care for your child and loved ones. Thank you to our champions for their years of work to make us a stronger state.

It was great to see Santa Fe’s youngest soccer stars in the building! Our city’s youth need the room to stretch their legs, and play their hardest. Let’s finish the fields for our young athletes in supporting the Northern NM MRC Youth Soccer Expansion.

Capitol staff keeps the Roundhouse rolling during the session From custodians and carpenters to security guards and emergency medical technicians, staff members play vital roles at the Capitol.

As the nights get later, shout-out to all staff at the Capitol - thank you for everything that you do to make this building and our legislature safe, smooth, clean, efficient & orderly. You are all deeply appreciated. I love that staff were highlighted by @thenewmexican.bsky.social

No one should have to make 10 calls to find an appointment when they need behavioral health care, and that’s the reality that we are trying to change. Senate Bill 1 provides a sustainable, long-term funding source so we can meet New Mexicans’ needs today, and for many years to come.

Feeling incredibly honored to receive Lutheran Advocacy NM’s Legislator of the Year award. Their work for justice & equality is invaluable. A special thank you to Ruth Hoffman- your dedication has been a guiding light for decades.

Medical cannabis has been legal in NM since 2007, yet many frontline workers are effectively prohibited from using it. Our first responders suffer from stress, chronic pain, and PTSD & should be able to access medical cannabis if they qualify. HB230 is off to HJC! Thank you to IAFFLocal2444🙏🏻

Online ticket scalpers making big bucks off performing arts in New Mexico Some are selling fraudulent tickets

Dozens of local NM arts orgs came out in support of legislation to crack down on illegal ticket resale. Rep. Cates just passed it off the House Floor! This is a win for Santa Fe venues big and small. I’m proud to cosponsor this pro-local bill. 🎭💃🕺🎸🎨