Animal Protection Voters
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We are a statewide nonprofit working to pass stronger laws to protect animals in New Mexico.
With roughly a week left in the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, two major animal protection bills are racing toward the finish line.
Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT
Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT
February 13, 2026 at 8:30 PM
With roughly a week left in the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, two major animal protection bills are racing toward the finish line.
Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT
Learn more in our latest news update: https://bit.ly/4rKvOZT
Huge thanks to all those who participated in the 2026 Animal Protection Lobby Day, including advocates, bill sponsors, speakers, staff, ambassadors, and board members.
APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
February 13, 2026 at 4:51 PM
Huge thanks to all those who participated in the 2026 Animal Protection Lobby Day, including advocates, bill sponsors, speakers, staff, ambassadors, and board members.
APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
APV is powered by the dedication of our supporters and legislative partners, and we are deeply grateful for your continued support.
Senate Bill 38 just passed out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee with a 4-1 vote! Next it will go to the House Judiciary and then the House Floor.
Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters
Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters
February 13, 2026 at 3:55 AM
Senate Bill 38 just passed out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee with a 4-1 vote! Next it will go to the House Judiciary and then the House Floor.
Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters
Sign up for our eAlerts to stay up to date: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#SB38 #APV #AnimalProtectionVoters
In a 4-1 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee and now heads to the House Judiciary Committee and then to the House Floor.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
February 13, 2026 at 3:53 AM
In a 4-1 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the House Consumer and Public Affairs Committee and now heads to the House Judiciary Committee and then to the House Floor.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Animal Protection Lobby Day is tomorrow!
It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation.
#APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection
It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation.
#APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection
February 9, 2026 at 3:34 PM
Animal Protection Lobby Day is tomorrow!
It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation.
#APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection
It is not too late to register: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Join us tomorrow for this advocacy-filled day to help pass critical animal protection legislation.
#APV #AnimalProtectionLobbyDay #NewMexico #AnimalProtection
Animal Protection Lobby Day is next week, February 10th!
On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
February 6, 2026 at 6:50 PM
Animal Protection Lobby Day is next week, February 10th!
On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
On Animal Protection Lobby Day you will have a unique opportunity to persuade your legislators to support animal protection legislation.
Register now: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39
In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39
February 5, 2026 at 9:11 PM
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39
In a 23-15 vote, SB 38 advanced out of the Senate Floor and now heads to the House.
Sign up for APV alerts to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
#APV #AnimalProtection #SpayNeuter #SB39
As we near the halfway point of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, read our updates on several key animal-related bills: https://bit.ly/3LY8WXR
And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session.
#APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis
And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session.
#APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis
February 1, 2026 at 10:39 PM
As we near the halfway point of the 2026 New Mexico legislative session, read our updates on several key animal-related bills: https://bit.ly/3LY8WXR
And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session.
#APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis
And more! Check it out and stay updated as we enter the last half of the legislative session.
#APV #NewMexico #AnimalProtection #NMLegis
Senate Bill 38—the bill that protects New Mexico’s affordable spay/neuter law—unanimously passed the Senate Tax, Business & Transportation Committee.
Sign up for APV action alerts so you’re ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Sign up for APV action alerts so you’re ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
January 30, 2026 at 2:27 PM
Senate Bill 38—the bill that protects New Mexico’s affordable spay/neuter law—unanimously passed the Senate Tax, Business & Transportation Committee.
Sign up for APV action alerts so you’re ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Sign up for APV action alerts so you’re ready to take action and help save affordable spay/neuter across New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor!
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor!
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
January 29, 2026 at 11:11 PM
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor!
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
In a unanimous 10-0 vote, SB 38 moves forward from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee. Next stop, Senate Floor!
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee.
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee.
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
January 29, 2026 at 4:41 PM
Senate Bill 38 Moves Forward!
In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee.
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
In a 7-2 vote, SB 38 moved forward this week from the Senate Conservation Committee to the Senate Tax Committee.
Be sure to sign up to get alerts from APV so you can take action to save affordable spay/neuter in New Mexico: https://apvnm.org/e-alert-signup/
APV is thrilled to announce Senate Bill 38 to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law has been introduced by Senator Peter Wirth and Representative Cristina Parajón. This legislation is vital to preserving the current law that funds spay/neuter services. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sQA7o5]
January 23, 2026 at 1:24 AM
APV is thrilled to announce Senate Bill 38 to save the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law has been introduced by Senator Peter Wirth and Representative Cristina Parajón. This legislation is vital to preserving the current law that funds spay/neuter services. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4sQA7o5]
The New Mexico Legislative Session has officially begun, and with only 30 days to pass pro-animal legislation, every moment counts.
Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0
Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0
Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
January 20, 2026 at 11:09 PM
The New Mexico Legislative Session has officially begun, and with only 30 days to pass pro-animal legislation, every moment counts.
Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0
Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Check our 2026 Legislative Session Tracker: https://bit.ly/3Y7t7U0
Joins us for Animal Protection Lobby Day: https://bit.ly/49mPQSH
Although Roxy’s Law outlaws most uses of traps, snares, and poisons on public lands, some may choose to violate the law, and many old and forgotten traps still exist in areas an unleashed dog may explore. Keep your canine companion safe and on a leash when hiking this winter season.
January 15, 2026 at 1:00 AM
Although Roxy’s Law outlaws most uses of traps, snares, and poisons on public lands, some may choose to violate the law, and many old and forgotten traps still exist in areas an unleashed dog may explore. Keep your canine companion safe and on a leash when hiking this winter season.
The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session begins in one week, and APV needs your voice to advocate for animals and communities across New Mexico. Sign up for our action alerts and updates to stay involved and up to date on animal protection policy this session: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
#APV #NewMexico
#APV #NewMexico
January 14, 2026 at 2:43 AM
The 2026 New Mexico Legislative Session begins in one week, and APV needs your voice to advocate for animals and communities across New Mexico. Sign up for our action alerts and updates to stay involved and up to date on animal protection policy this session: https://bit.ly/3DKlLAC
#APV #NewMexico
#APV #NewMexico
With gratitude from all of us at Animal Protection New Mexico and Animal Protection Voters, we wish you happy holidays and a compassionate New Year.
December 23, 2025 at 3:46 PM
With gratitude from all of us at Animal Protection New Mexico and Animal Protection Voters, we wish you happy holidays and a compassionate New Year.
Animal Protection Voters endorses Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
December 20, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Animal Protection Voters endorses Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications to serve as Land Commissioner: https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
Animal Protection Voters is excited to announce early endorsement of Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands:
https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
#NMTrue
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands:
https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
#NMTrue
December 18, 2025 at 1:24 AM
Animal Protection Voters is excited to announce early endorsement of Matthew McQueen for New Mexico State Land Commissioner in the 2026 general election.
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands:
https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
#NMTrue
Learn more about McQueen’s unique qualifications and vision for improving animal protection on public lands:
https://bit.ly/44AL1DX
#NMTrue
Real progress is happening for animals in New Mexico. Recent funding from two legislative bills is already strengthening shelters and expanding lifesaving spay/neuter services statewide.
Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc
Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc
Animal shelters across NM see influx in state funding
Animal welfare organizations in New Mexico say they've seen significant progress with recent funding from two legislative bills.
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December 4, 2025 at 8:06 PM
Real progress is happening for animals in New Mexico. Recent funding from two legislative bills is already strengthening shelters and expanding lifesaving spay/neuter services statewide.
Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc
Full story from KOB 4: https://bit.ly/3XDUMxc
The latest edition of Making Tracks is here!
In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/
In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/
December 3, 2025 at 4:50 PM
The latest edition of Making Tracks is here!
In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/
In this publication, you'll find inspiring stories, policy updates, and articles about the powerful work happening across our state to protect animals and communities in New Mexico: https://apnm.org/our-publications/making-tracks-magazine/
After years of advocacy, 28 providers across the state have received support through the SB57 low-cost spay/neuter grant program—an essential step toward reducing shelter overcrowding and euthanasia rates in New Mexico.
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu
#APNM #APV #spayneuter
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu
#APNM #APV #spayneuter
Long awaited state funds awarded for New Mexico low cost spay and neuter programs
Long awaited state funds awarded for New Mexico low cost spay and neuter programs
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December 1, 2025 at 11:35 PM
After years of advocacy, 28 providers across the state have received support through the SB57 low-cost spay/neuter grant program—an essential step toward reducing shelter overcrowding and euthanasia rates in New Mexico.
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu
#APNM #APV #spayneuter
Watch the interview: https://bit.ly/4piOnUu
#APNM #APV #spayneuter
Urge your state legislators to protect domestic violence survivors by allocating funding to CARE (the Companion Animal Rescue Effort).Without more legislative funding, that contract will be unfunded and the services are at risk.
Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT
Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT
October 10, 2025 at 9:04 PM
Urge your state legislators to protect domestic violence survivors by allocating funding to CARE (the Companion Animal Rescue Effort).Without more legislative funding, that contract will be unfunded and the services are at risk.
Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT
Take action now: bit.ly/4njblZT
Did you know millions of dollars set aside by law for spay/neuter programs in New Mexico are hanging in the balance?
Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, what’s at stake for New Mexico’s animals and communities, and what you can do before it’s too late.
Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...
Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, what’s at stake for New Mexico’s animals and communities, and what you can do before it’s too late.
Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...
June 30, 2025 at 10:37 PM
Did you know millions of dollars set aside by law for spay/neuter programs in New Mexico are hanging in the balance?
Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, what’s at stake for New Mexico’s animals and communities, and what you can do before it’s too late.
Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...
Find out who is trying to freeze these funds, what’s at stake for New Mexico’s animals and communities, and what you can do before it’s too late.
Read more: apvnm.org/did-you-see-...
See APV's Chief Government Affairs Officer, Stacy Sutton Kerby, on KRQE News during an interview at our recent event at Winrock Town Center Park. Stacy discussed coexistence with urban wildlife and updates on recent legislation benefiting animals in New Mexico: www.krqe.com/news/albuque...
Winrock hosts event teaching community to live alongside wildlife
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (KRQE) – City officials were down at Winrock Saturday morning, teaching humans the best way to live alongside some of our smaller and wilder neighbors. “Urban wildlife …
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May 21, 2025 at 7:06 PM
See APV's Chief Government Affairs Officer, Stacy Sutton Kerby, on KRQE News during an interview at our recent event at Winrock Town Center Park. Stacy discussed coexistence with urban wildlife and updates on recent legislation benefiting animals in New Mexico: www.krqe.com/news/albuque...
Laws & Paws was a success!
We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this year’s Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!
We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this year’s Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!
April 28, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Laws & Paws was a success!
We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this year’s Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!
We are so grateful for the generosity of donors, fundraisers, and sponsors who supported this year’s Laws & Paws campaign. Together, we raised just over $50,000 to protect animals!