2026 New Mexico General Election | November 3
Make Your Voice Heard
The 2026 General Election is Tuesday, November 3. Check your registration, review your sample ballot, and make a plan to vote in New Mexico.
PRESIDENT'S CORNER
Keeping an Eye on Behavioral Healthcare in New Mexico
Behavioral health treatment and facilities in New Mexico have gaps in service. There is a need for a collaborative plan that will create a coordinated focus on those in need of behavioral health services. When we improve our behavioral health services, we also reduce crime. A bipartisan group of legislators, commissioners and city councilors are working to develop legislation that will help improve access to behavioral healthcare in New Mexico.
2026 – An Important Year
The year 2026 has presented many challenges to our Constitution, the Rule of Law and respect for the three branches of government. For every election in 2026, we want to make sure that every eligible person is registered to vote. During past election cycles, there were too many people who did not cast their vote, and now access to healthcare, affordable housing and job security are being challenged. The Black Caucus is looking to grow the membership of the organization as we work together with other organizations and advocates to stand together to seek ways to protect the democracy that has been the fabric of our country. If you are a member of the Black Caucus, please renew your membership. If you are not a member of the Black Caucus, please join. When we all work together, the well-being of every person in the state is lifted, and tomorrow is more than just another day.
WE NEED YOU IN 2026
Membership Renewal
Annual dues are $30. Our Black Caucus, with the help of every member, is helping to develop strong policies for the benefit of every person in New Mexico. Members help shape the caucus's work, stay connected to high-level monthly guest speakers, and have more direct contact with New Mexico leaders who
Donations
Thank you for your generous donations, which enable us to achieve our purpose and goals.
The Talented Ten Makes History
African American Women in New Mexico who are taking the lead to help lift families and communities out of poverty and help them reach their goals.
Caucus Monthly Meetings
The Fourth Thursday of Each Month at 6:00 PM via Zoom
( Your ideas/topics for monthly meetings welcomed)
State and National News
58th Legislature- Interim Committee Meetings will begin in April 2026.
The 58th Session of the New Mexico Legislature convenes on January 19, 2027
Get ready for the session by attending the Interim Committee meetings and having your voice heard. Do not wait for someone else to act on your behalf. Get Up! Take Action! Be Heard!
Martin Luther King Events
MLK 57th Anniversary Breakfast - Marriott Pyramid, 5151 San Francisco Road, NE - Monday, January 15, 2027 8:00 am.
2. Annual MLK Commemorative March -Saturday, January 13 - 10:00 am - Location: MLK &University Blvd., NE
3. SCLC MLK Luncheon - Monday, January 15, 2027 -12 noon - Community of Joy Lutheran Church 841Saratoga Drive, NE, Rio Rancho, NM, Tickets: $35.00 Link to Purchase Tickets: https://sclcnm.org/mlk-2024-celebration
4. Black History Month Kick Off Brunch-Saturday, January 27, 2027 - The Sub at UNM - 10:30 a.m.
Link to buy tickets: https://www.unmtickets.com/events/detail/39th-annual-black-history-month-kickoff-brunch-blm
Tickets are $58.50 each - Please let me know by Friday, January 5, if you would like to sit at the Black Caucus Table
Speaker- Aja Brooks, First African American elected to serve as President of the NM State Bar Association
5. The Office of Equity & Inclusion and Office of Black Community Engagement is proud to sponsor MLK Week 2027. MLK Week 2027 starting on Saturday, January 13 with the MLK Commemorative March, followed by MLK Sunday Services on Sunday, January 14 and then concludes on Monday, January 15 with the MLK Breakfast.
Recruiting Racial Equity Task Force
Legislators hear about importance of Water Infrastructure
Protecting our water infrastructure is a primary focus for our legislature along with the many other infrastructure problems facing the state. One way to help is to ensure that Congress passes the National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2025 The National Infrastructure Bank Act of 2025 (H.R. 5356) proposes establishing a $5 trillion public bank to finance, build, and modernize major US infrastructure projects—including transportation, water, and energy systems—using public-private partnerships without increasing federal taxes. It aims to create 25 million jobs and foster long-term economic growth.
All of the representatives support this legislation. Now we must help them get the legislation passed. It will help New Mexico. .