LEGISLATURE News:

Senior Day at the Legislature is just around the corner, and your voice is essential in advocating for the needs of older adults. This is your opportunity to influence decisions that impact the health, dignity, and well-being of aging New Mexicans.

Tips for Speaking to Your Legislators:

• Be Concise: Keep your points clear and brief. Highlight personal stories or experiences that resonate with the priority you’re advocating for.
• Be Specific: Mention the priority by name (e.g., “I encourage you to support the Kiki Saavedra Senior Dignity Fund.”) to reinforce its importance.
• Be Polite and Positive: Maintain a respectful tone and express gratitude for their time and service.
• Leave Information: Provide a brief handout or summary of your main points, if possible.

Find Your Legislators: Know who represents you. To find your state representative and senator, visit NMLegis.gov and follow these steps. New elected officials are not up on the site yet, so make sure to check back often in case your representative or senator has changed.

1. Go to the “Find My Legislator” section.
2. Enter your address or ZIP code.
3. View the results to see your district’s representative and senator with their contact information.

Guided Walks to Meet with Legislators

We are also excited to announce that this year’s Senior Day will include Guided Advocacy Walks to meet with key legislators from your community. Guided walks throughout the Capitol to meet with key legislators from your community will be leaving from 3rd floor of the Capitol at the following times:

• PSA1: 9:20 a.m., 9:50 a.m., 10:15 a.m.
• PSA2: 9:10 a.m., 9:40 a.m., 10 a.m.
• PSA3: 9:15 a.m., 9:45 a.m.
• PSA4: 9:25 a.m., 9:55 a.m.
• PSA5: 9:30 a.m., 10:05 a.m.
• PSA6: 9:35 a.m., 10:10 a.m.

NOTE: PSAs 5 & 6 serve the NM portion of the Navajo Nation, the 19 Pueblos, Jicarilla Apache Nation and Mescalero Apache Tribe, and are not pictured on this map.

View the Senior Day Resource Guide here.

Accessibility

We are committed to ensuring Senior Day is accessible and welcoming for all attendees. If you have any specific accessibility needs or questions about the below items, please contact us in advance so we can assist you in making your visit as comfortable and enjoyable as possible.

• Parking: The main parking structure is located approximately 0.25 miles from the Capitol. There are a limited number of blue disability placard parking spaces . The pavement is a mix of even and uneven outdoor surfaces. Please make sure to account for extra time to secure parking.
• Accessible Entrances: The Capitol building has accessible entrances on both the East and West sides. For the best accessibility, we recommend using the East side entrances, (closest to the overflow parking) which include ramps in addition to stairs. Blue accessible buttons are available at all main entrances.
• Seating: Seating in the Rotunda is limited, and will be standard plastic folding chairs. However, additional seating will be available throughout the Capitol building.
• ASL Interpretation: American Sign Language (ASL) interpreters will be provided during the program presentation in the Rotunda from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.

Senior Day 2025 Schedule

• 9-11 a.m.: Visit resource tables at the Aging Expo and  meet with your elected officials. Visit their offices on your own or with a guide and small group.
• 11-12 p.m.: Formal presentation including the Senior Day Proclamation, remarks by Cabinet Secretary Designate Kaltenbach, and officials from the executive and legislative branches.
• 12 p.m.: Burritos provided by Non-Metro New Mexico Area Agency on Aging and fitness activity led by New Mexico Senior Olympics.
• 12-2 p.m.: Speak with industry providers and experts at Aging Expo resource tables and meet with elected officials.

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