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The Human Services Department provides services and benefits to 1,100,445 New Mexicans through several programs including Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Child Support, and several Behavioral Health Services.

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The Latest News From HSD
House bill would protect vulnerable New Mexicans
HB 131 set for a House hearing on Friday SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority is urging lawmakers to support House Bill 131 to strengthen background checks for caregivers and help ensure the safety of those under their supervision. HB131, sponsored by...
Health Care Authority seeks $2.2B to strengthen essential services
State’s investment ensures continued access to health care and support for families in need SANTA FE – This week, the New Mexico Health Care Authority will present its budget priorities before the House Appropriations and Finance Committee and the Senate Finance...
Rural New Mexico behavioral health internship program receives national accreditation
Some graduates continue to work in the communities where they trained SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority and the New Mexico Psychology Internship Consortia announce full accreditation from the American Psychology Association for their psychology...
Celebrating 50 years of child support in New Mexico: Advancing a modern family-centered approach
Statewide outreach events highlight services available to families SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority launches a yearlong series of statewide events this month to mark the 50th anniversary of its child support program and connect families with...
Governor announces 26 additional Rural Health Care Delivery Fund recipients
$40.6 million awarded to rural health care organizations SANTA FE – Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham announced today that 26 additional rural health care providers will receive a combined $40.6 million from the Rural Health Care Delivery Fund, part of the $46 million...
Health Care Authority launches new Office of Data and Analytics to drive health improvements across New Mexico
SANTA FE — The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) is pleased to announce the launch of its new Office of Data and Analytics (ODA), a pioneering team dedicated to leveraging data-driven strategies to improve health outcomes across New Mexico. “We’re excited...
New Mexico raises Medicaid rates for services supporting individuals with disabilities
SANTA FE – The New Mexico Health Care Authority (HCA) received federal approval to increase Medicaid rates for services provided to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Provider rates in three different programs will increase in...