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New Mexico Governor Bans Overnight Stays for Foster Children in Offices

KVIA••Emma Hoggard
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Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico has enacted an executive order prohibiting foster children from sleeping in government offices, effective March 1. This decision follows incidents where children were left in offices due to placement shortages, including a recent alarming situation at a Las Cruces office where staff felt threatened. The order aims to ensure that children in state custody receive proper care and not be subjected to unsafe environments. The state is also working to enhance partnerships with providers and create transitional programs to accommodate these vulnerable children better.

Key Details: • Executive order effective March 1, 2026. • Children in state custody must not sleep in CYFD offices under any circumstances. • The youngest child reported sleeping in an office last year was 13 years old. • Governor emphasizes the need for safety, stability, and dignity for children in custody.

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Michelle Lujan GrishamLas CrucesNew MexicoRebecca DowChildren, Youth and Families Department

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