Join us for APNM and APV’s 2025 Annual Review on Thursday, March 26 from 4–6 PM MT via Zoom. Hear highlights from the past year, learn about legislative victories, and get a preview of what’s ahead. The presentation will also include time for audience questions. Join us: https://bit.ly/4lywQ9B

Great news for animals in New Mexico! Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has signed Senate Bill 38, preserving New Mexico’s Affordable Spay/Neuter Law. We’re deeply grateful to the sponsors and advocates who worked tirelessly during the 2026 legislative session to get SB 38 across the finish line.

APNM’s Judy Wolf was interviewed by KOB 4 about the passage of Senate Bill 38 (preserving New Mexico’s pet food fee, which funds thousands of spay/neuter surgeries statewide). She shared why continuing this funding is so critical for animals and communities in New Mexico. https://bit.ly/4aAHIjt

APV is thrilled to announce significant wins for animals at the conclusion of the 2026 legislative session. We celebrate the passage of Senate Bill 38—which preserves funding for spay/neuter services—and Senate Bill 104—improving our state’s Wildlife Commission. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4aKxvQg

Great News! SB 38 passed the House floor today in a 53-11 vote. Do you want to continue to support APV's animal advocacy efforts? Donate today: https://bit.ly/4tKtyDK #NMLegis #APV #SB38

Take action now to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law by contacting your Representative and urging them to vote “YES” on Senate Bill 38 on the House Floor to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law. Learn more and email your Representative today: https://bit.ly/3MPZrdx

SB 38 moved out of it's final committee in a 10-1 vote! Next it is headed to the House Floor. If you haven't contacted your House Representative in support of SB 38 yet, you can do so here: https://bit.ly/3OmJVX5 Help us save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law in New Mexico.

With roughly a week left in the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, two major animal protection bills are racing toward the finish line. Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT

Huge thanks to all those who participated in the 2026 Animal Protection Lobby Day, including advocates, bill sponsors, speakers, staff, ambassadors, and board members. APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.

Senate Bill 38 just passed out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee with a 4-1 vote! Next it will go to the House Judiciary and then the House Floor. Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/ #SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters

In a 4-1 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee and now heads to the House Judiciary Committee and then to the House Floor. Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC

Animal Protection Lobby Day is tomorrow! It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation. #APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection

Animal Protection Lobby Day is next week, February 10th! On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation. Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH

Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward! In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House. Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/ #APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39

As we near the halfway point of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, read our updates on several key animal-related bills: https://bit.ly/3LY8WXR And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session. #APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis

Senate Bill 38—the bill that protects New Mexico’s affordable spay/neuter law—unanimously passed the Senate Tax, Business & Transportation Committee. Sign up for APV action alerts so you’re ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC

Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward! In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor! Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC

Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward! In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee. Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/

APV is thrilled to announce Senate Bill 38 to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law has been introduced by Senator Peter Wirth and Representative Cristina Parajón. This legislation is vital to preserving the current law that funds spay/neuter services. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sQA7o5]

The New Mexico Legislative Session has officially begun, and with only 30 days to pass pro-animal legislation, every moment counts. Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0 Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH

Although Roxy’s Law outlaws most uses of traps, snares, and poisons on public lands, some may choose to violate the law, and many old and forgotten traps still exist in areas an unleashed dog may explore. Keep your canine companion safe and on a leash when hiking this winter season.

The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session begins in one week, and APV needs your voice to advocate for animals and communities across New Mexico. Sign up for our action alerts and updates to stay involved and up to date on animal protection policy this session: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC #APV #NewMexico

With gratitude from all of us at Animal Protection New Mexico and Animal Protection Voters, we wish you happy holidays and a compassionate New Year.

Animal Protection Voters endorses Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election. Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX

Animal Protection Voters is excited to announce early endorsement of Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election. Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX #NMTrue

Real progress is happening for animals in New Mexico. Recent funding from two legislative bills is already strengthening shelters and expanding lifesaving spay/neuter services statewide. Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc

The latest edition of Making Tracks is here! In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/

After years of advocacy, 28 providers across the state have received support through the SB57 low-cost spay/neuter grant program—an essential step toward reducing shelter overcrowding and euthanasia rates in New Mexico. Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu #APNM #APV #spayneuter

Urge your state legislators to protect domestic violence survivors by allocating funding to CARE (the Companion Animal Rescue Effort).Without more legislative funding, that contract will be unfunded and the services are at risk. Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT

Did you know millions of dollars set aside by law for spay/neuter programs in New Mexico are hanging in the balance? Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, what’s at stake for New Mexico’s animals and communities, and what you can do before it’s too late. Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...

See APV's Chief Government Affairs Officer, Stacy Sutton Kerby, on KRQE News during an interview at our recent event at Winrock Town Center Park. Stacy discussed coexistence with urban wildlife and updates on recent legislation benefiting animals in New Mexico: www.krqe.com/news/albuque...

Laws & Paws was a success! We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this year’s Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!

By the close of the 2025 legislative session, the New Mexico Legislature passed several pieces of legislation with significant impact for animals in New Mexico. To learn more about the bills we worked on and how to urge the Governor to sign HB 284 and HB 113, follow this link: bit.ly/43oFmB2

HB 113, the Animal Welfare Program Fund, just passed the New Mexico State Senate! Thank you to our wonderful bill sponsors—Representatives Tara L. Lujan, Reena Szczepanski, Joseph L. Sanchez, Cynthia Borrego, Michelle Paulene Abeyta, Rebecca Dow, Anita Gonzales, and Senator Joseph Cervantes.

Senate Bill 70, which will help crack down on the crime rings that organize cruel animal fights, had its final floor vote today and passed with a unanimous vote of 60-0. The bill's next stop will be the Governor's desk where the bill awaits her signature so it can pass into law.

House Bill 284, which aims to protect and humanely manage free-roaming horses, is still moving forward as we await committee hearings. House Bill 113 is scheduled for a hearing this afternoon—We will have updates for you later today. Keep up to date with APV's Leg. Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/

Senate Bill 70, which adds dog fighting and cockfighting to our state's RICO statute, has passed out of its last committee with a unanimous "do pass" vote of 10 in support of the bill. Its next stop will be the House floor. Call your state representative and encourage them to vote YES on SB 70!

Great news! SB5 has passed the House and the Senate and is on its way to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham’s desk. Thank you to our sponsors Sens. Campos, Wirth, and Brantley & Reps. McQueen and Small for your steadfast support and bipartisan leadership throughout the process. @senatorwirth.bsky.social

Great news! SB 5 passed the House with a vote of 42-26. We are expecting news soon about when the bill can go to the Governor’s desk. Stay tuned for daily updates here: apvnm.org/legislation/ #APV #NM2025 #SB5 #ProtectAnimals #NMWildlife

Senate Bill 5, the Game Commission Reform Package had its final floor debate in the House Floor and passed with 42 votes in the affirmative. Thank you to everyone who helped advocate for this bill. Stay with us as we are nearing the end of this session. legislative tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/

As multiple animal protection bills are advancing in the final weeks of the 2025 legislative session, we think it only right to shine a spotlight on the awesome animal advocates who attended Animal Protection Lobby Day (February 27th) and helped moved those bills along. Read more: bit.ly/3XHjb5e

House Bill 284, which will provide for the humane management of free-roaming horses, cleared the Senate Conservation Committee with a vote of 5-2. Next stop, Senate Judiciary Committee. Learn more and keep up to date using APV's Legislative Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/

URGENT! Senate Bill 5 needs your help. The bill is going to be up for debate on the House floor as early as tomorrow morning! Please CALL your representative and encourage them to vote YES on SB 5. To find your state house representative, use the following link: www.nmlegis.gov/Members/Find...

On March 5, HB 284 passed the House Floor with a 54-4 vote. It is now scheduled to be heard by the Senate Conservation Committee on Tuesday, March 11th. Learn more and keep up to date using APV's Legislative Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/ #NM2025 #APV #FreeRoamingHorses #HB284 #NewMexico

On March 8, HB 113 passed in a 58-0 vote on the House floor. Next it will have to go through at least one Senate committee and receive a Senate floor vote before March 22 Learn more and keep up to date using APV's Legislative Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/ #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters #HB113

More details soon! Be sure to stay up to date on the latest session news with APV's Legislative Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/ #APV #NM2025 #NewMexico #SantaFe #HB113

URGENT! Senate Bill 70 needs your help. The bill is poised for a vote in the full Senate within the next few hours—but previous action in a Senate committee removed cockfighting from the bill! Take action by emailing your Senator by following this link: advocacy.charityengine.net/Default.aspx...

One day, every puppy and every kitten born will have a home. Until then, we won’t stop fighting for affordable, accessible spay/neuter options in New Mexico. We are continuing to monitor the progress of disbursing the spay/neuter funds collected through SB 57 and will share updates as they occur.

We just got word that House Bill 113, the Animal Welfare Trust Fund, has $7 million earmarked in the state budget! A huge thanks to Rep. Tara Lujan for her tireless work on this bill. Stay with us as we push to ensure that HB 113 is fully funded.

On February 8th, SB 5 passed out of the Senate Conservation Committee in a 5-3 vote. It is now awaiting hearing in the Senate Finance Committee. Keep up to date using APV's Legislative Tracker: apvnm.org/legislation/