Reena Szczepanski

A productive session: Democrats delivered In January, House Democrats laid out plans to make life better and more affordable for New Mexico families by expanding access to health care, building a sustainable universal child care

The progress we made in this 30-day session came from a simple approach: stay focused on the priorities we hear and see in our communities every day. That means access to health care, the cost of living, and the safety and dignity of our neighborhoods. We keep going from here. tinyurl.com/2vx4fye6

Workers' comp didn't cover a New Mexico firefighter's cancer — a new bill would change that • Source New Mexico A bill in the New Mexico state Legislature would greatly expand the list of cancers that workers' compensation covers for firefighters.

sourcenm.com/2026/02/16/w... PASSED IN BOTH CHAMBERS - HB 128. When a firefighter develops cancer in the line of duty, we must be there to support them. Proud to stand with IAFF and @cindynava4nm.bsky.social on this critical change to state law.

When a firefighter develops occupational cancer, it’s a terrifying moment. They face routine toxic exposure to keep us safe, and our laws should reflect that reality. HB 128 passed the House 61–1 to ensure firefighters who get sick on the job have access to the support they deserve.

HB127 passed the House unanimously! This bill expands access to care by improving expedited licensure, strengthening telehealth, and allowing highly trained international doctors to practice here. The new telehealth registry will be a lifeline for patients who can’t safely travel for specialty care.

New Mexico solar firms hope tax credit hike will help boost business With the expiration of a federal tax credit, installation companies are feeling the strain. Customers are relying more heavily on state aid.

Proud to co-sponsor Senate Bill 55 with Sen.Mimi Stewart, because it would increase New Mexico’s solar tax credit from 10% to 30%, raise the cap from $6,000 to $15,000, and help homeowners and small businesses afford clean energy while supporting local solar jobs across our state.

I’m proud the House once again passed The Immigrant Safety Act today. We chose compassion, care, and dignity, and refuse to be complicit in harm. We also pledge to work with the communities impacted to ensure economic opportunity outside of private detention.

But what I saw today was courage. I saw neighbors standing up for each other. We will keep showing up for one another, and we will not let fear win.

WE are the authors of our American dream, where immigrants like my family have safety, respect, and a place in our shared home. This is a frightening time in our country as ICE tries to push people into silence, fear and hiding.

Albuquerque’s creative economy shows strong post-pandemic recovery, report says In 2024, creative businesses in the Albuquerque metro area employed 17,682 workers

www.abqjournal.com/business/alb... Creativity is part of New Mexico’s economic future. Albuquerque’s creative economy supported 17.6K jobs and generated $1.75B in 2024. Building on that strength is a priority for me this session.

Senate reaches deal on ending the shutdown Democrats are coalescing around a bipartisan agreement to fund the government.

This is not a deal — it's an empty promise.

Trump and his Republican Congress are making healthcare more expensive for the middle class and ending it for working families.

Time for Democrats to stand tall for affordable healthcare. www.politico.com/news/2025/11...

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.