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HJR 4·NM·house

CYFD COMMISSION, CA

Reported by CommitteeFiled Jan 19, 2026
Sponsor: Chávez, Eleanor
Latest Action

action postponed indefinitely

Mar 24, 2026

Summary

The joint resolution adds a new section to Article 5 establishing a commission to make policy for and oversee a state child‑welfare agency. The governor, House speaker, and Senate president pro tem each appoint one member who must have relevant education and experience, serve six‑year staggered terms, and can be removed for misconduct with the Supreme Court handling removals. The amendment will be placed before voters at the next general or a special election.

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