Economists warn New Mexico fund subsidizing healthcare costs will soon run out of money

New Mexico’s effort to preserve healthcare for those who purchase insurance on the exchange may not be sustainable, according to projections released Tuesday by the Legislative Finance Committee.

By: Patrick Lohmann

Outlets: Source New Mexico

Published: August 25, 2026

Words: 606

Last Updated: 1 month, 3 weeks ago

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On the heels of a report highlighting New Mexico as the only U.S. state without declining enrollment on its healthcare exchange, legislative analysts warned in a new report released this week that the fund keeping residents’ premiums affordable will soon run out of money.

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New Mexico lawmakers in recent legislative sessions approved approximately $40 million in state funds aimed to replace expiring federal …

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