Safe & Legal Access To Reproductive/Family Planning Healthcare
Deciding if and when to have children is the right of people who need reproductive healthcare. That’s why I have fought hard to protect the right to safe and legal access to abortions since I was elected, and have worked diligently to expand access to free or low-cost contraceptives since I was elected. Here is a helpful resource for people who are in New Mexico and need an abortion.
Behavioral Healthcare
Behavioral healthcare is critical to supporting success in life. Substance abuse, whether through alcohol, tobacco or other drugs, impacts youth brain development and educational success, adults in their jobs and relationships, and the safety of our community. I am proud to sponsor legislation that can raise funds to support local councils and Tribes to invest in prevention, treatment, and recovery programs. This year, I sponsored HB 417 – Liquor Tax Changes & Programs. New Mexico continues to have the most alcohol related deaths per capita in the Country, let’s fix that together.
Soteria House Funding
I am proud to have fought for $1.5 million in funding for the Soteria House in Las Cruces. Soteria Las Cruces provides patients with a safe, supportive, affirming environment as they go through the psychotic experience. This evidence-based treatment will serve our community for years to come.
Disability Rights and & Protections
New Mexico disability health services have been underfunded for years. That leaves many of our most vulnerable family members, friends and neighbors waiting for the help they need for far too long. As a member of The Health and Human Services Committee, I have worked to bring attention and legislation to solve these and other Disability Rights issues – including Guardianship protections and alternatives such as supported decision making.
