StateNew Mexico

SB 250: IGNITION INTERLOCK FOR REVOKED LICENSE

Moe MaestasIntroduced

SB 250 status: Introduced — action postponed indefinitely (updated Mar 24, 2026).

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What this bill does

Overall score

Score60/100 civic fit
RiskModerate risk
ImpactModerate impact 65/100

Bill summary

Official

The Senate is considering a new rule: If you lose your driver’s license, you would have to install a breathalyzer in your car. You would have to blow into it to prove you are sober before the car will start.

Key analysis

Constitutionality70%
Bipartisan50%
Public opinion60%
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Impact analysis

Environment

Mixed / Neutral
50%

Benefits

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Risks

  • No direct environmental impact identified

Economy

Mixed / Neutral
45%

Benefits

  • Increased business for ignition interlock service providers

Risks

  • Financial burden on individuals for installation and maintenance
  • Potential barriers to employment for low-income revoked drivers

Society

Positive Outlook
65%

Benefits

  • Enhanced public safety through DUI prevention
  • Deters recidivism among revoked drivers

Risks

  • Potential negative impact on mobility for rural populations
  • Concerns regarding equitable access for lower-income households
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How trustworthy & consequential it is

Source

OpenStates

Confidence

low

low

Analysis status

OpenStates summary

Warning

Implementation could create significant financial hardship for low-income individuals.

Limitation

Analysis based on summary abstract only; no bill text available.

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Where it stands

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Introduced

Current

action postponed indefinitely

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Committee

Upcoming
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Floor

Upcoming
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Governor

Upcoming
5

Enacted

Upcoming
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