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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
New Mexico law lowering state employee health care costs signed by Governor, goes into effect July 1
SANTA FE – New Mexico state employees will soon see lower health insurance premiums after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed Senate Bill 376 into law. The new law, which takes effect July 1, significantly reduces what employees pay for health care while...
Governor signs law strengthening caregiver accountability
New protections go into effect July 1 SANTA FE – New Mexicans who depend on caregiving services will benefit from stronger safeguards starting July 1, after Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 131 into law. The new law enhances background...
Health Care Authority improving behavioral health services with community engagement
New Mexico is one of eight states invited to a national learning collaborative SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority has been selected as one of eight state agencies to participate in a national learning collaborative led by the Substance Abuse...
New Mexico law strengthening caregiver accountability heads to governor’s desk
SANTA FE – New Mexicans who depend on caregiving services are one step closer to stronger safeguards as the Senate cleared House Bill 131, which enhances background check requirements for caregivers. “Families place immense trust in caregivers to provide...
New Mexico law lowering state employee health care costs heads to governor’s desk
SANTA FE – New Mexico state employees are on track to see lower health insurance premiums after the House approved Senate Bill 376, sending the legislation to Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham for final approval. “This bill will make a real difference for New Mexico’s...
Health Care Authority to equip all ISD offices with Narcan
Statewide initiative expands access to life-saving medication to prevent opioid overdose deaths SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority is making naloxone, commonly known as Narcan, available in every Income Support Division (ISD) office and training...
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
SANTA FE - The New Mexico Health Care Authority recognizes March as Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month, encouraging New Mexicans to celebrate the achievements of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). “People with...