President To Uphold The Constitution
If passed, HJM7 serves as a formal request from the New Mexico Legislature to the President, highlighting the perceived need for accountability in federal actions that dictate economic conditions affecting state residents. The memorial aims to bring attention to the impact of tariffs on local economies and urges both the president and Congress to act upon these federal decisions that burden constituents with rising costs. HJM7 places emphasis on consumer rights and the legislative intent to protect the welfare of individuals against policies deemed harmful by state lawmakers.
House Joint Memorial 7 (HJM7) urges the President of the United States to honor his oath of office by upholding the Constitution and focusing efforts on lowering costs for Americans. The memorial specifically calls out the implications of tariff policies enacted by President Trump, claiming they have resulted in increased consumer prices and inflation, which disproportionately affects struggling families in New Mexico. Through multiple 'whereas' statements, the memorial details various executive actions taken by the president that have raised constitutional concerns and led to legal challenges, including allegations of unlawful impoundment of federal funding.
Notably, the memorial addresses contentious points regarding the president's executive programs that have potentially violated constitutional mandates. Among those opposed to the president's actions are legal scholars who have criticized the lack of accountability and potential overreach of power. HJM7 urges the president to discontinue practices viewed as undermining consumer protections and to reverse tariff implementations that exacerbate inflation and hinder financial wellbeing. This incites debate around the balance of power between state and federal authorities, as well as the effectiveness of executive policies in fostering economic stability.