Committee advances SB41 to remove time limits for some sexual offenses against minors Senate Bill 41, which removes the statute of limitations for certain second‑degree sexual offenses involving minors and adds DNA provisions, passed the committee as amended after survivor advocates and victims’ advocates testified in favor; the committee approved the Senate Judiciary substitute as amended.

Senate Bill 41 is paving the way for justice by removing time limits on prosecuting certain sexual offenses against minors, ensuring survivors can finally hold offenders accountable.

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Committee debates HB72’s tougher penalties for distributing certain controlled substances to minors; motion to table carries HB72 sought to increase penalties for distributing schedule 1 and 2 substances to minors, including adding methamphetamine and raising penalties; proponents cited child safety and fentanyl harms, while public defenders warned mandatory first‑degree felonies with 18‑year sentences and strict liability on age could sweep in users and minimal conduct. The committee tabled the bill.

New Mexico's House Bill 72 could impose 18-year prison sentences for adults who distribute drugs to minors, but is it the right solution to protect our youth?

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