NM spent nearly $844M on behavioral health, but ‘investment is not yet matching the outcome’

By: Joshua Bowling

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: June 18, 2026

Words: 497

Last Updated: 1 month ago

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New Mexico has spent $843.5 million since 2022 to rebuild the state’s behavioral health system, but some residents still face issues scheduling behavioral health appointments and New Mexico was one of just seven states to see an increase in overdose deaths last year, according to a new state report.

State analysts in a Legislative Finance Committee report wrote that the investments are paramount as New Mexicans, particularly youth and teenagers, report some of …

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