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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Nov 17

I am ready to get to business and do the work for our state! Thank you to my colleagues, who inspire me every day, and to retiring Majority Leader Gail Chasey, whose friendship and mentorship have blessed me for almost 20 years. www.santafenewmexican.com/news/legisla...

Santa Fe's Szczepanski named new House majority leader; Stewart, Wirth to lead Senate

Szczepanski replaces Rep. Gail Chasey, who didn't run for reelection this year. Republicans selected Gail Armstrong, R-Magdalena, as House minority leader.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 8d

Without this Special Session, New Mexicans will see insurance premiums soar on the Exchange. We want New Mexicans to know, regardless of what happens in Washington, D.C., your state lawmakers are looking out for you.

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State lawmakers convene to address cuts that will 'hit New Mexican families the hardest'

"While dysfunction in Washington, D.C., grinds the federal government to a complete halt," the House speaker said, the state is taking action.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 23d

That’s wonderful to hear you’re moving here! Welcome (almost) to New Mexico! I’m glad you’ve now learned of IAIA— I think you’ll love our arts culture here.

Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 23d

Today I visited @IAIASantaFe in my district and it’s such a jewel. From studio arts to creative writing to museum studies, students are learning to create in ways that both honor tradition and push boundaries. Honored to witness the work happening in this incredible space. 🎨🖌️🖼️

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 26d

www.santafenewmexican.com/news/local_n... just one of the best days of the year.

'It's a tradition': Santa Fe streets go to the dogs for popular parade

Pets, owners and spectators took to downtown Santa Fe on Saturday for a popular Fiesta parade highlighting love of animals.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · 29d

Violence has no place in American political dialogue. I’m shocked to hear about the shooting of Charlie Kirk today, and I’m keeping him and all those impacted in my thoughts.

Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Sep 9

Vaccines should be available to those who want them. Once again, New Mexico is picking up the slack where the federal government has fallen short. Check DOH’s COVID-19 info page for updates. www.npr.org/sections/sho...

Concerned about federal vaccine policies, states are crafting their own

As federal health agencies change their approach to vaccine policy leaving access for COVID shots uncertain, some states are taking things into their own hands.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Sep 9

Thank you for writing me, Martha. I received your email and will respond ASAP!

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Sep 5

Trump sold out working people, cutting their healthcare and raising costs to pay for tax giveaways to the wealthiest Americans. We will not sit back and let cruel federal policy rob our neighbors of their healthcare and food security. www.governor.state.nm.us/2025/09/04/g...

Governor announces special session to begin Oct. 1 - Office of the Governor - Michelle Lujan Grisham

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Apr 22

Santa Fe! 📣 Please join me for a Constituent Coffee Hour on Saturday, May 3rd from 1:00pm-3:00pm where we’ll discuss how the legislative session went and look at what’s ahead. Location address will be sent upon RSVPing via this link: forms.gle/1Q53eSMykQbs...

Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Apr 19

It was such a joy reading to Miss Emily Apodaca's kindergarten class at Puesta Del Sol Elementary in Rio Rancho! 📖💖 These future leaders have such awesome ideas and asked some brilliant questions!

Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Apr 1

Moms in Congress just took on Speaker Johnson and won! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 “We’re changing the way that Congress works, making sure that moms and parents have a voice,” Pettersen said.

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Chris Hayes @chrislhayes.bsky.social · Mar 26

This guy is in one of the worst prisons in the world with no way out and may spend the rest of his life there because, it appears, he has an autism awareness tattoo in honor of his little brother.

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NM Senate Democrats @nmsenatedemocrats.bsky.social · Mar 21

The NM State Senate passes (28-12) HOUSE BILL 586 REVIEW OF CERTAIN HEALTHCARE TRANSACTIONS ( @reenaszcz.bsky.social & @katyduhiggfornm.bsky.social) #nmleg #nmpol www.nmlegis.gov/Legislation/...

Legislation - New Mexico Legislature

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 21

PASSED IN BOTH CHAMBERS: The Local Solar Access Fund directs $20 million straight to New Mexico communities most in need of the funding. We can build emergency resilient buildings across the state and help communities of all sizes build the solar projects they want.☀️

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 20

Wildfires, drought, extreme heat – New Mexicans have seen the cost of climate change in our communities. Tonight, we passed the Community Benefit Fund on the House Floor. This major investment package makes sure we aren’t just reacting, but building more resilient communities.

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Sierra Club Rio Grande Chapter @sierrariogrande.bsky.social · Mar 19

Wonderful news on for investments in communities most impacted by fires, floods, extreme heat and the worst impacts of the climate crisis! #NMleg Thank you to @mimistewart17.bsky.social @reenaszcz.bsky.social for all of your work to support our communities.

CHNM – Press Release #10 (03.18.25) - Clear Horizons New Mexico

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 17

We just passed HB586 in the House to create oversight of hospital mergers. NM is a top target for private equity—we must ensure these deals don’t hurt patient care or healthcare workers. Last year, we set up temporary oversight—now we’re fighting to make it permanent. tinyurl.com/2rkav4nc

Concerns about private equity ownership drove state's hospital oversight bill

A failed hospital merger led to a law giving the state final word over all hospital mergers and acquisitions.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 13

First responders deal with PTSD, chronic pain, and high rates of cancer. But for more than 15 years, they have been barred from using medical cannabis to treat symptoms. We’re on the way to changing that with HB230 passing the House Floor tonight.

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Mar 9

From our own Majority Floor Leader @reenaszcz.bsky.social and our entire Caucus, Happy International Women’s Day! Following NM House Dems' lead, our entire legislature now sets a national example with the largest women majority in US history!

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Santa Fe New Mexican @thenewmexican.bsky.social · Mar 8

After three hours of debate, House Bill 9 passed on a 35-25 mostly party-line vote and now heads to the Senate. The Immigration Safety Act, as it's called, would ban public entities such as local governments from entering into contracts to detain people for civil immigration violations.

Bill to get counties out of immigration detention passes House

The Immigration Safety Act would ban public entities from contracting to detain people for civil immigration violations.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 8

With Medicaid Forward, you & your family’s health care costs would never be more than 5% of your income, and lower wage workers wouldn’t have to worry about being kicked off their plans when they start making a few dollars more. This optional plan would be a huge improvement for many.

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.

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 4

It was an honor to recognize & celebrate the St. Michael’s High School Horsemen Football Team at the Roundhouse today! Back-to-back state champions—New Mexico couldn’t be prouder of these outstanding athletes!🏆🏆🏈

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New Mexico House Democrats @nmhousedems.bsky.social · Mar 2

The House passed HB128 to improve access to solar energy & enhance resiliency for NM’s rural & tribal communities. The Local Solar Access Fund would help govt & tribal entities build clean energy infrastructure, power public buildings & reduce energy costs.
📷: Lead sponsor @reenaszcz.bsky.social

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Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Mar 1

In New Mexico, we care about our families.

The Welcome Child and Family Wellness Leave Act passed on the House Floor yesterday, protecting your job and income while you care for your child and loved ones. Thank you to our champions for their years of work to make us a stronger state.

Reena Szczepanski @reenaszcz.bsky.social · Feb 26

It was great to see Santa Fe’s youngest soccer stars in the building! Our city’s youth need the room to stretch their legs, and play their hardest. Let’s finish the fields for our young athletes in supporting the Northern NM MRC Youth Soccer Expansion.

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