Funding, policy, tax bills take aim at New Mexico housing shortage

The New Mexico Legislature has more than 20 bills aimed at affordable housing, including funding and policy bills.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: February 11, 2026

Words: 782

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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In addition to more than $100 million in the New Mexico state budget bill aimed at housing affordability and homelessness prevention, nearly two dozen bills this legislative session aim to change state policies and tax incentives to make a dent in a statewide housing shortage.

Homelessness in New Mexico is rising, and the state lacks up to 32,000 units of affordable housing to meet current demand, according to recent estimates.

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