Amdor v. Grisham

Overview

(New Mexico Supreme Court, March 6, 2025): The Supreme Court of New Mexico upheld the governor’s executive orders declaring public health emergencies in response to gun violence and drug abuse. These executive orders restrict firearm possession in certain cities and counties and impose regulatory duties on certain state agencies. In addition to broad firearm restrictions, these emergency measures require the State to develop wastewater testing for illicit substances like fentanyl at all public schools and required Managed Care Organizations to ensure speedy treatment placement for those who need drug or alcohol treatment. Although this ruling affirmed the governor’s emergency powers and authority to issue these emergency orders, the court did not yet consider the constitutionality of the orders under the federal or state constitutions. Read the full opinion here.

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