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New SNAP work requirements will affect 55,000 New Mexicans
New Mexico has the highest SNAP enrollment rate in the US. On January 1st, 2026, work requirements will start for some recipients of SNAP as a result of the One Big Beautiful Bill passed by Congress. The state estimates the new work requirements will affect some 55,750 NM residents. As a result of paperwork burdens and more frequent reporting requirements, some 22,500 New Mexicans will likely lose their access to food benefits. Food is health, and to have more people hungry,
krysia80
Dec 30, 20251 min read
Pramila Jayapal pushes Medicare for All polling
The current crisis of consumers and employers confronting unaffordable health care has put health care reform front and center on the table. While the GOP tries to reach agreement on market-driven reforms, more decision-makers on both sides of the aisle and the general public are increasingly critical of insurance companies and a business model of healthcare that puts profit over people. The US is the only major country to do so with much worse health outcomes than other coun
krysia80
Dec 30, 20251 min read
Starting November 1, 2025, NM Becomes the First State in the US to Offer FreeChildcare
Childcare is a major expense for families and competes with healthcare, rent, medicines and food on the table for family budgets. Children without a prekindergarten education, fall behind at the beginning of their formal education and many never catch up. When childcare is unaffordable, a parent – almost always the mother – stays home, reinforcing inequity and poverty. NM’s innovative milestone will not only give more kids an equal footing when arriving at kindergarten but wi
erin6169
Nov 12, 20251 min read
NM Legislators Pass $160 million Bill to Fully Cover SNAP Benefits through mid January
Nutrition is health for the 460,000 New Mexicans receiving the federal program SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program). The majority on SNAP are children, older adults, people with disabilities and working adults whose jobs don’t pay a livable wage. These benefits are also part of NM’s rural infrastructure. Many NM counties have grocery stores that are 90% dependent on SNAP. Passing and signing this legislation was the right thing to do. Click the link here to learn
erin6169
Nov 12, 20251 min read
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham calls October 1 Special Session
New Mexico Governor Lujan Grisham has called a special legislative session beginning October 1st, 2025. Usually the legislature only...
Gabriella
Sep 22, 20251 min read
New Mexico Launches First-in-the-Nation Universal Child Care
Starting November 1, 2025 , New Mexico will become the first state in the nation to provide no-cost, universal child care for families. Under the new initiative, all families—regardless of income—will be eligible for assistance. The program removes copayments and eliminates work or school requirements for many households, ensuring that every child can access early education and care. This historic investment means average savings of up to $12,000 per child per year and buil
krysia80
Sep 9, 20251 min read
Know Your Health Coverage Options!
Every New Mexican resident qualifies for some form of health coverage, and it is crucial for everyone to maintain...
Gabriella
May 15, 20245 min read
Addressing the Digital Divide in New Mexico
Too many New Mexicans do not have access to reliable broadband. Health Action is working to fix this in Southern New Mexico. Currently,...
Gabriella
Aug 4, 20221 min read
Youth are the Future for Southern New Mexico!
When COVID 19 hit, the youth were overlooked in needing and receivinghelp during the crisis. 25% of high school age youth disappeared...
Gabriella
Jul 14, 20221 min read
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