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To transform lives. Working with our partners, we design and deliver innovative, high quality health and human services that improve the security and promote independence for New Mexicans in their communities.
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The Human Services Department provides services and benefits to 1,100,445 New Mexicans through several programs including Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Child Support, and several Behavioral Health Services.
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The Latest News From HSD
Mora County flood victims have until September 25 to replace lost SNAP benefits
Emergency food assistance available for households affected by floods SANTA FE — Mora County residents who lost food due to flooding have 10 days remaining to request emergency replacement of their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)...
New Mexico seeks new prescription drug vendors to lower costs for 168,000 public employees
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority today issued a request for proposals (RFPs) for pharmaceutical benefits management services that could lower prescription drug costs for more than 168,000 SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority today issued a...
Behavioral Health Reform and Investment Act Executive Committee Meeting
Tuesday, September 30, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. 490 Old Santa Fe Trail, Room 322 (Senate Finance Committee Room) Santa Fe, NM 87505 The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the Administrative Office of the Courts announce the third meeting of the...
New Mexico observes 988 Day to raise awareness of lifeline
More than 105,000 calls, texts and chats since 2022 launch SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority is joining the national observance of 988 Day on Sept. 8, 2025, a day of action to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and its role...
September is Recovery Month
Over 30 events across the state planned for September 2025 SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) proudly announces a series of statewide events in September to mark Recovery Awareness Month and support everyone who is in recovery and those who...
New Mexico extends disaster food assistance
Ten counties gain temporary hot food access via EBT SANTA FE – Effective immediately, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers in Lincoln, Chaves, De Baca, Guadalupe, Otero, Sierra, Socorro, Torrance, Doña Ana and Luna counties can...
Health Care Authority recognizes SNAP’s 61st anniversary
Milestone arrives following billions in cuts by Republican Congress SANTA FE — On the 61st anniversary of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham reaffirmed New Mexico’s commitment to protecting families despite deep...