Governor of New Mexico

Michelle Lujan Grisham

Democrat · New Mexico

32nd Governor of New Mexico, in office since 2019. Former U.S. Representative and state health secretary. Re-elected in 2022. Focus on oil and gas revenue management, healthcare, education, and reducing poverty in one of America's poorest states.

Record

Progressive governor managing the tension between New Mexico's oil-dependent economy and climate goals. Expanded Medicaid, early childhood education, and free college tuition. Codified abortion rights. Uses oil revenues to fund progressive social programs.

Legislative Record

Recently signed into law

NM SB 1 — Behavioral Health Trust Fund (Signed into law, Feb 27, 2025)
NM SB 3 — Regional Behavioral Health Plans (Signed into law, Feb 27, 2025)
NM HB 8 — Public Safety / Crime Package (Signed into law, Feb 27, 2025)

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