A statewide network of advocates, community leaders, healthcare professionals, and organizations shared their stories, voices, and power in support of Medicaid Forward in the 2025 Legislative Session. Together, we are continuing to build the support and momentum needed to make Medicaid Forward a reality in our state because every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable healthcare coverage!
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Maria Burciaga Supports HB186: Health is a Necessity!
Maria Burciaga, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show her support for Medicaid Forward. Maria supports Medicaid Forward because our health is important and every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable healthcare coverage.
Luz Villescas Invites You & Legislators to SUPPORT HB186!
Luz Villescas, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show her support for Medicaid Forward. Luz calls on NM legislators to support Medicaid Forward because every New Mexican deserves access to quality affordable care, regardless of income.
Lorenzo Villescas Supports HB 186: A Lifeline for NM Healthcare!
Lorenzo Villescas, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotor from Doña Ana County, joined community leaders, healthcare professionals, and partner organizations in Santa Fe, NM to show his support for Medicaid Forward. Lorenzo reminds us that too many New Mexicans cannot afford the healthcare coverage they need and Medicaid Forward will be a lifeline for thousands in our state.
Cecilia Piñon and Genesis Aguirre Support HB 186!
Cecilia Piñon, Strong Families Community Leader and Promotora from Doña Ana County, traveled to Santa Fe, NM with her niece, Genesis to fight for Medicaid Forward. Cecilia and Genesis remind us why Medicaid Forward is so important and needed in our state!
The Fight for Medicaid Forward Continues
Maria Retana and Josie Mendoza, Strong Families Community Leaders and Promotoras from Doña Ana County, traveled to Santa Fe, NM to fight for Medicaid Forward. As Promotoras who work directly with the community, they see and understand how needed and impactful Medicaid Forward will be.
NM Legislative Recap Feb. 25: Living with a disability under American health care
Cecilia Fred has used a wheelchair for most of her life, after a gunshot accident when she was eight years old injured her spinal cord.
New Mexico lawmakers look to expand Medicaid access
Some state lawmakers know there’s a lot of New Mexicans who just can’t find coverage that fits in their budget, so they want the state to help out.
‘Medicaid Forwardʼ would help strengthen the health care system in New Mexico
Expanding health care access should never be framed as a threat to the medical system.
‘Medicaid Forward’ plan for New Mexico nabs initial approval
A proposal to dramatically expand state-administered health insurance coverage took a step forward Monday, after more than a year of research and public input.
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