Senate Concedes to House Amendments on Tax Bill After Debate Over Pay Increase The New Mexico Senate voted to concur with House amendments to Senate Bill 151, approving changes including a 1% pay increase for state employees and an extension of a high‑wage job tax credit, after a floor debate about whether the additions convert the bill into an appropriations measure.

In a heated debate, the New Mexico Senate approved major changes to Senate Bill 151, including a 1% salary boost for state employees and the removal of taxes on medical supplies—sparking controversy over the bill's new identity.

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New Mexico pension plan clarifies retirement benefits for multi-plan service members Pension calculations for members with multiple coverage plans now defined under New Mexico law.

New Mexico's House Bill 336 could revolutionize pension calculations for public employees, but is it a financial risk worth taking?

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Public employees can now purchase additional pension service credits under new regulations Members may buy service credit in monthly increments before retirement under specified conditions.

New Mexico's Senate Bill 402 could reshape retirement for public employees, allowing them to buy additional service credits for a more secure future.

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New Mexico amends survivor pension rules for public employees' beneficiaries New legislation allows survivor pensions for public employees' designated beneficiaries after death.

New Mexico is stepping up for families of fallen public servants by proposing House Bill 416, which aims to simplify and enhance survivor pension benefits during their toughest times.

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