NM Legislature approves resolution for lawmaker pay, sending question to voters on November ballot

If voters OK the constitutional amendment this November, lawmakers would receive a $67,800 salary equal to the state median household income.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: February 18, 2026

Words: 383

Last Updated: 2 weeks, 5 days ago

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The New Mexico Senate late Tuesday approved a resolution that would allow state lawmakers to receive a roughly $68,000 salary if voters approve the measure via a constitutional amendment during the Nov. 3, 2026, general election.

New Mexico remains the only Legislature in the country that does not pay its lawmakers salaries, though lawmakers do receive per diem payments for travel reimbursement during the legislative session and for interim committee meetings.

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