What to know about public financing in New Mexico’s upcoming primary election

By: Joshua Bowling

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: April 17, 2026

Words: 494

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

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New Mexico is one of the few states that allows candidates seeking elected office to use public money for their campaigns — but don’t expect it to be a factor in any high-profile races.

Under state law, candidates vying for political offices such as the governor’s seat and the state Legislature are not eligible to use public financing. Only New Mexico’s state and district court judges can use public money in the 2026 election cycle.

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