Early childhood educators urge New Mexico Senate to keep wage increase in budget

Childcare workers and advocacy groups on Thursday called on New Mexico Senate lawmakers to ensure raises for early childhood education workers remain in the state budget.

By: Danielle Prokop

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: February 5, 2026

Words: 346

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 1 day ago

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Childcare workers and advocacy groups on Thursday called on New Mexico Senate lawmakers to ensure raises for early childhood education workers remain in the state budget, even as the governor’s vision of universal childcare remains a sticking point in budget negotiations.

In a news conference held outside the Roundhouse’s western steps, early childcare advocates said the Legislature must invest in raises, or risk people leaving the profession for higher paying jobs with more stability.

“The …

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