The Senate Judiciary Committee meeting held on March 8, 2025, focused on recent legislative developments and ongoing discussions regarding student safety and hazing policies at New Mexico universities. Members highlighted the proactive measures taken by institutions like the University of New Mexico (UNM) and New Mexico State University (NMSU) in response to new laws aimed at addressing these issues.

A significant point of discussion was the recent legislation signed into law on December 23, 2024, which has been in effect for just over two months. Committee members expressed concerns about the enforcement of these laws, particularly in light of shifting federal government priorities. There was a consensus that while recent efforts at the national level have been made, the commitment to tackling hazing may not be as strong as needed.

Senator Stewart noted the lack of publicity surrounding the new law, suggesting that it may have been overshadowed by other events at the end of the previous year. The committee members acknowledged the importance of continuing to address hazing and related issues within educational institutions.

As the meeting concluded, no formal actions were taken, and the committee decided to hold further discussions on the matter at a later date. Senator Trujillo and Senator Maestro were mentioned as key figures for upcoming discussions, indicating that the committee will continue to prioritize student safety in future meetings.