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flag New Mexico holds special session to counter federal funding cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and public broadcasting using state funds.

flag New Mexico is convening a special legislative session to address federal funding cuts to Medicaid, SNAP, and public broadcasting under President Trump’s recent policies. flag With nearly 38% of residents on Medicaid and a quarter relying on food assistance, lawmakers plan to use state funds to support rural health clinics, expand ACA subsidies, and stabilize food aid. flag The state also aims to set its own vaccine recommendations and fund public broadcasters after federal defunding. flag Despite a current budget surplus from oil revenues, New Mexico faces an estimated $200 million annual loss from federal tax cuts. flag The session will also prepare for an interstate medical compact to ease doctor shortages.

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