2021 – 2024
Since winning the Senate District 38 seat in 2020, Carrie has been able to work across the aisle to pass legislation that directly impacts southern New Mexico and benefits the entire state.
As the Vice Chair of the Tax, Business, and Transportation Committee, Carrie has helped create the Omnibus Tax Package, negotiated higher rebates on electric vehicles, empowering low-income families to go green, and prevented unnecessary taxes from impacting the restaurant and spirits industry. The Omnibus Tax Package is a single bill that contains multiple tax-related changes, such as changes to income, corporate, or sales taxes.
Carrie was appointed to the Consent Calendar Committee, working with members of both parties, to identify legislation that had overwhelming bi-partisan support and moved through quick debate on the Senate Floor.
Carrie championed a cross-party urban revival bill, the Metropolitan Redevelopment Act (MRA) breathing new life into struggling business zones statewide and locally along the Solano/El Paso corridors and West Picacho Ave in Las Cruces.
She championed the modifications to the Human Rights Act, strengthening the anti-discrimination laws and protecting disabled and LGBTQ+ individuals from prejudice.
Through her capital outlay monies, Carrie has funneled over $10 million into our communities, revamping roads, building and improving community centers, and constructing places for residents to relax, recreate, and gather.
Through junior money and GRO funds, Carrie has allocated over $1 million dollars to local nonprofits to help fill gaps in vital community services, such as housing, Career Tech Education, and youth entrepreneurship.
Future Legislation
- Modify the state Anti-Donation clause to remove restrictions to cities, counties, and municipalities who are able to assist low income residents with utility hookups and fees.
- Proposing appropriate parameters and transparency around the wage and career ladder for child care and early childhood education professionals.
- Eliminating extraneous fees for renters.