NM Legislature day 21 recap: Faith leaders back gun bill; medical malpractice reform talks continue

By: Joshua Bowling, Danielle Prokop

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: February 9, 2026

Words: 866

Last Updated: 3 weeks ago

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Christian ministers stood outside the steps of the Roundhouse on Monday and called on lawmakers to pass a measure that would further regulate New Mexico’s gun stores and would ban the sale of certain types of firearms.

Senate Bill 17 cleared the Senate on Saturday on a 21-17 vote after hours of debate. Supporters say it’s a necessary step to curb “straw purchases,” in which someone buys a gun on behalf of …

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