Committee advances Medigap “birthday rule” to let New Mexico seniors switch plans annually The House committee gave a due pass to Senate Bill 21, which would require Medigap (Medicare supplement) issuers to provide a 60‑day annual open-enrollment window around a beneficiary’s birthday for equal-or-lower-value plans, with sponsors and the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance saying it increases consumer choice while insurers warn it could raise premiums.

New Mexico's Senate Bill 21 could transform how seniors manage their Medigap plans, allowing them to switch policies without the fear of health-based premium hikes!

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Committee tables proposed eight‑year phase‑out of Social Security income tax after equity and revenue concerns Representative Elaine Cinnacortes proposed phasing out the state tax on Social Security over eight years; opponents and some members raised fairness and fiscal concerns. The committee voted to table the bill (tabling motion passed 5–3).

A proposed eight-year phase-out of the state tax on Social Security income is facing pushback over fairness and fiscal concerns, leaving seniors' wallets in uncertainty.

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Committee advances pilot funding for medically tailored meals for rural seniors House Bill 42, a $200,000 one-time pilot to fund medically tailored frozen or hot meals for homebound seniors in rural New Mexico, received committee support after questions about administrative costs, coordination with Meals on Wheels and volunteer delivery logistics.

A groundbreaking pilot program in New Mexico aims to provide nutritious meals to 14,000 food-insecure seniors, ensuring no one goes hungry in rural communities.

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New Mexico amends law to protect seniors in volunteer services from discrimination The amended law prohibits discrimination against seniors in volunteer roles and services.

New Mexico is taking a bold step to combat ageism by introducing House Bill 339, ensuring seniors can contribute their valuable skills in volunteer roles without discrimination.

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