New Mexico Senate Bill SB185

New Mexico 2022 Regular Session

• Introduced: 1/28/22
• Report Pass: 1/31/22
• Report Pass: 2/8/22

Caption

1-time Unm Medical Resident Salary Increase

Impact

The implementation of SB185 is expected to bolster the financial well-being of graduate medical residents, potentially aiding in their education and living costs. This could have significant ramifications for healthcare in New Mexico, as better compensated residents may be more likely to remain in the state after completing their training. By increasing the salary of residents, the bill aims to create an attractive training environment that could improve the overall health education system and increase the pool of healthcare providers in the region.

Summary

Senate Bill 185, introduced in the 55th Legislature of the State of New Mexico, focuses on enhancing the financial support for graduate medical residents. The bill proposes a one-time appropriation of two million dollars to the Board of Regents of the University of New Mexico, specifically aimed at providing a salary increase for current graduate medical residents. This initiative reflects a commitment to support medical training and may address issues related to attracting and retaining qualified medical professionals in the state.

Contention

While the bill primarily addresses the financial aspects of medical training, it could spur discussions regarding the adequacy of support provided to residents. Stakeholders might debate the potential effectiveness of a one-time salary increase versus a more structured approach to compensation and benefits for medical trainees. Furthermore, concerns regarding budget allocations and the impact on other educational or healthcare funding may also emerge as points of contention during legislative discussions.