Executive Order 2023-132

State of New Mexico Michelle Lujan Grisham Governor EXECUTIVE ORDER 2023-132 DECLARING STATE OF PUBLIC HEALTH EMERGENCY DUE TO DRUG ABUSE WHEREAS, the State of New Mexico has witnessed a growing and alarming trend of drug abuse, including the misuse of prescription opioids, fentanyl, heroin, and other illicit substances; WHEREAS, the devastating consequences of drug abuse have resulted in a significant increase in drug-related deaths, with 1,501 fatal overdoses reported in the state in 2021—the fifth highest overdose rate in the nation according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention; WHEREAS, communities across New Mexico are grappling with the social and economic burdens of drug addiction, including the strain on healthcare resources, increased crime rates, homelessness, and disrupted family structures; WHEREAS, the accessibility and prevalence of potent synthetic opioids, such as fentanyl, have escalated the risks associated with drug abuse, contributing to a surge in overdose incidents; WHEREAS, the healthcare system in New Mexico is facing unprecedented challenges due to the demands placed on emergency rooms, treatment facilities, and first responders as a result of the drug abuse erisis; WHEREAS, the children and youth of New Mexico are particularly vulnerable to the negative impacts of drug abuse, as evidenced by the rising number of cases involving parental substance abuse and its subsequent effect on child welfare; State Capitol + Room 400 + Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 + 505-476-2200WHEREAS, the State’s existing efforts to combat drug abuse, including prevention, treatment, and law enforcement initiatives, require immediate reinforcement and coordination to effectively address this public health crisis; WHEREAS, after consulting with the Secretary of the Department of Health, I have determined that the foregoing situation constitutes a statewide public health emergency of unknown duration, as defined by the Public Health Emergency Response Act; WHEREAS, the foregoing situation also constitutes a man-made disaster causing or threatening widespread physical or economic harm that is beyond local control and requiring the resources of the State pursuant to the All Hazard Emergency Management Act; and WHEREAS, itis essential to marshal all available resources to mitigate the harms caused by drug abuse and to provide support and treatment options for individuals and families affected by this epidemic. NOW, THEREFORE, I, Michelle Lujan Grisham, Governor of the State of New Mexico, by the authority vested in me by the Constitution and laws of the State of New Mexico, do hereby DECLARE that a state of public emergency exists throughout the State due to drug abuse and ORDER and DIRECT as follows: 1. The Department of Public Health, Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and Department of Public Safety shall immediately begin collaborating with my Office to provide an effective and coordinated response to this public health emergency. 2. The Department of Finance and Administration shall make available emergency financial resources in an amount not to exceed seven hundred fifty thousand dollars ($750,000.00) to the to the Department of Health, Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management, and/or Department of Public Safety, in accordance with NMSA 1978, Sections 12- Executive Order 2023-132 Page 2 State Capitol + Room 400 + Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 + 505-476-220011-23 to -25. Funds shall be expended for the purpose of complying with this Order and shall be expended specifically to avoid and minimize economic or physical harm and to protect the public health, safety, and welfare. Funds shall be paid out upon warrants drawn by the Secretary of Finance and Administration upon vouchers approved by the Governor or an agent or agency designated by her for that purpose. 3. All mayors, sheriffs, and members of governing bodies of municipalities or counties are encouraged to request, if necessary, an emergency proclamation and implementation of temporary additional restrictions to address this public health emergency, 4, All political subdivisions of the State shall comply with and enforce all directives issued pursuant to this Order. I FURTHER ORDER and DIRECT as follows’ 1. This Order supersedes any previous orders, proclamations, or directives to the extent they are in conflict 2. This Order shall take effect immediately and shall remain in effe 2023. ATTEST DONE AT THE EXECUTIVE OFFICE Aut ca THIS 8TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2023 MAG TOULOUSE OLIVER - WITNESS MY HAND AND THE GREAT SECRETARY OF STATE SEAL OF THE STATE OF NEW MEXICO, mn Mekal LE LUJA GRISHAM GOVERNOR Executive Order 2023-132 Page 3 State Capitol + Room 400 + Santa Fe, New Mexico 87501 + 505-476.

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