In this episode, Larry Martinez provides a legislative update on New Mexico’s latest push to improve public safety. He breaks down House Bill 8, a package of crime bills tackling everything from competency to stand trial to involuntary commitments and tougher penalties for serious crimes. Sponsored by Representative Christine Chandler, the bill has gained bipartisan support, though there’s still debate over its approach to juvenile crime. Tune in as we unpack what’s at stake and what this could mean for communities across the state.
