BREAKING: NM Abortion Hotline Promotes Satanic Temple
State Hotline Refers Women for Satanic Ritual Abortions
July 25, 2023
Today, New Mexico Alliance for Life released its findings from our investigative report through public records inspection revealing New Mexico’s pro-abortion Governor Lujan-Grisham’s taxpayer funded abortion hotline is referring women to The Satanic Temple Health (TST Health) abortion clinic – advertised as, “the world’s first religious abortion clinic.” Additionally, New Mexico Alliance for Life found that only 13 of the 33 abortion clinics women are referred to are in-state businesses, while 20 are out-of-state: from Bethesda, MD, Seattle, WA, to Wichita, KS. The in-state state taxpayer-funded abortion referral list includes Presbyterian Health of Espanola, 5 Las Cruces area abortion businesses, 6 Albuquerque, 1 Santa Fe and 1 Farmington (see the list obtained by NMAFL here.) “Why are taxpayers of New Mexico forced to promote the satanic temple religious abortion center through the pro-abortion governor’s hotline,” said Elisa Martinez, New Mexico Alliance for Life executive director. “Is the state of New Mexico fully disclosing to women that “TST Health” is a satanic ritualistic abortion center and that abortion is not a life-saving procedure--that it involves the ending of an innocent human life?”
Earlier this month, Governor Lujan-Grisham announced the establishment of the abortion referral hotline using taxpayer funds. During this year’s legislative session, she also allocated $10 million in taxpayer dollars to fund an abortion center in Doña Ana county.
New Mexico’s abortion rate has doubled since the overturning of Roe v. Wade last year. In 2021, New Mexico abortion businesses reported 4,900 abortions. That number jumped to 11,000 in 2022. In 2023, New Mexico abortion businesses ended the lives of 5,300 innocent babies.
Video from Senate Minority Leader, Greg Baca at the 2023 Pro-Life Lobby Day & Press Conference: "Show up for those who cannot show up for themselves."
HB 7 PASSES HOUSE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE, HEADS TO NM HOUSE FLOOR
CONFIRMED: THEY'RE COMING FOR OUR KIDS
Wednesday, February 8, 2023
Santa Fe, NM - Late yesterday afternoon on Wednesday, February 8, the House Judiciary Committee voted on party line, 7 (D) - 4 (R) to pass the most radical abortion and transgender bill in the nation, HB 7, the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Freedom Act, twice-amended. It now moves to the House Floor for a final vote before moving to the NM Senate. A BIG THANK YOU to Republican Judiciary committee members for their NO vote and questions exposing double speak on what HB 7 does. Read details below!
New Mexico Alliance was LIVE in person at the hearing, Elisa Martinez testified before the committee on how the bill is a mandate on behavior, it irresponsibly and dangerously redefines discrimination as "anyone who directly or indirectly restricts, denies or interferes with a person's ability to access or provide" abortions and transgender procedures. "In the name of “health,” they’re going to codify discrimination against anyone - including local governments and public employees who are against dangerous and permanent surgeries… even for minors," said Martinez.
ACTION ITEMS:
Recent California transplant and former Obama activist, HB 7 sponsor, Rep Linda Serrato, flat out refused to include conscience protections for every state employee.
Rep Bill Rehm (R, Bernalillo) asked, "Can a 14 year-old get an abortion today without her parent's consent?" In response to YET ANOTHER lack of response on the bill, Rep Rehm said, "the avoidance of an answer is an answer."
After numerous attempts to ask whether or not HB 7 applies to children, sponsor Linda Serrato (D - Santa Fe) responded, "a child sometimes will rely on trusted adults," - other than the parent.
Rep Ryan Lane said, "A child will rely on trusted adults? That statement frankly terrifies me. I have children and that statement terrifies me. Again does this bill apply to an 8 year old. I've asked a straightforward question and am not getting an answer. This bill creates new statutory rights; I want to know what person it applies to. I just want to know does the bill apply to an 8 year old or not."
In fact, the Democrat controlled New Mexico legislature removed any laws that require parental involvement for a child seeking an abortion.
"This bill sends a chilling affect across every public body and every public employee across the state. Ideologically driven legislation like this has exact opposite affect to what the sponsors proclaim, as it is a mandate on behavior to refer or participate in abortions and transgender procedures for every public employee," said Elisa Martinez founder and executive director of New Mexico Alliance for Life. "HB 7 redefines the meaning of discrimination in the most broadest and irresponsible terms to proclaim anyone who opposes cross-sex hormones or surgery or abortion is in violation of the act and thereby their employer is ripe for penalty.”
An amendment was offered by Representative Gail Chasey (D- Bernalillo) for penalties to apply only to a public body, rather than an individual public employee. The amendment passed on an 11-0 vote, but does not change any other radical aspect and mandates within the bill.
GREAT JOB! New Mexico Alliance for Life has now received OVER 5,000 petitions to Stop HB 7 from concerned citizens across the state to be submitted to the legislature and committee members. KEEP UP THE PRESSURE!
Santa Fe, NM - Late yesterday afternoon on Wednesday, February 8, the House Judiciary Committee voted on party line, 7 (D) - 4 (R) to pass the most radical abortion and transgender bill in the nation, HB 7, the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Freedom Act, twice-amended. It now moves to the House Floor for a final vote before moving to the NM Senate. A BIG THANK YOU to Republican Judiciary committee members for their NO vote and questions exposing double speak on what HB 7 does. Read details below!
New Mexico Alliance was LIVE in person at the hearing, Elisa Martinez testified before the committee on how the bill is a mandate on behavior, it irresponsibly and dangerously redefines discrimination as "anyone who directly or indirectly restricts, denies or interferes with a person's ability to access or provide" abortions and transgender procedures. "In the name of “health,” they’re going to codify discrimination against anyone - including local governments and public employees who are against dangerous and permanent surgeries… even for minors," said Martinez.
ACTION ITEMS:
- SIGN AND SHARE THE PETITION TO STOP HB 7 HERE WITH FRIENDS, FAMILY AND CHURCH GROUPS - petitions are submitted to the NM Legislature.
- Contact YOUR NM STATE HOUSE REPRESENTATIVE here and CALL every member of the House to vote NO on HB 7 here. Use 505 986 before the extension. This is important as a physical record of all calls made are kept by NM House staff. STAY TUNED FOR MORE ACTIONS ITEMS & UPDATES!
- Donate here to support the life-saving work of New Mexico Alliance for Life.
Recent California transplant and former Obama activist, HB 7 sponsor, Rep Linda Serrato, flat out refused to include conscience protections for every state employee.
Rep Bill Rehm (R, Bernalillo) asked, "Can a 14 year-old get an abortion today without her parent's consent?" In response to YET ANOTHER lack of response on the bill, Rep Rehm said, "the avoidance of an answer is an answer."
After numerous attempts to ask whether or not HB 7 applies to children, sponsor Linda Serrato (D - Santa Fe) responded, "a child sometimes will rely on trusted adults," - other than the parent.
Rep Ryan Lane said, "A child will rely on trusted adults? That statement frankly terrifies me. I have children and that statement terrifies me. Again does this bill apply to an 8 year old. I've asked a straightforward question and am not getting an answer. This bill creates new statutory rights; I want to know what person it applies to. I just want to know does the bill apply to an 8 year old or not."
In fact, the Democrat controlled New Mexico legislature removed any laws that require parental involvement for a child seeking an abortion.
"This bill sends a chilling affect across every public body and every public employee across the state. Ideologically driven legislation like this has exact opposite affect to what the sponsors proclaim, as it is a mandate on behavior to refer or participate in abortions and transgender procedures for every public employee," said Elisa Martinez founder and executive director of New Mexico Alliance for Life. "HB 7 redefines the meaning of discrimination in the most broadest and irresponsible terms to proclaim anyone who opposes cross-sex hormones or surgery or abortion is in violation of the act and thereby their employer is ripe for penalty.”
An amendment was offered by Representative Gail Chasey (D- Bernalillo) for penalties to apply only to a public body, rather than an individual public employee. The amendment passed on an 11-0 vote, but does not change any other radical aspect and mandates within the bill.
GREAT JOB! New Mexico Alliance for Life has now received OVER 5,000 petitions to Stop HB 7 from concerned citizens across the state to be submitted to the legislature and committee members. KEEP UP THE PRESSURE!
- DONATE TO SUPPORT THE LIFE-SAVING WORK OF NEW MEXICO ALLIANCE FOR LIFE HERE. SHARE WITH OTHERS!
Radical Abortion, Transgender Bill Passes House Committee 7-3
CONFIRMED: HB 7 Applies to Every NM Public School
HB 7, the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Act will force teachers to facilitate abortions, transgender surgery for NM school children.
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Santa Fe, NM- today the House Health and Human Services Committee voted on party line to pass the most radical abortion and transgender bill in the nation, the Reproductive and Gender-Affirming Health Care Freedom Act, House Bill 7. It now moves to the House Judiciary Committee for a hearing on Wednesday, February 8 at 1:30 PM, room 309. ACTION ITEM: Contact House Judicary Committee today. Information below and read more about what HB 7 does below.
ACTION ITEMS: STOP HB 7!
Contact Members of the House Judiciary Committee listed here, ask them to vote NO. Form emails tend to go to spam, individual emails and calls are best. "STOP HB 7 PETITIONS" WILL BE SUBMITTED TO THE COMMITTEE AS WELL.
Rep. Christine Chandler: 505 986-4411, christine.chandler@nmlegis.gov, Los Alamos, Sandoval & Santa Fe
Rep. Andrea Romero: 505 986-4243, andrea@andrearomero.com, Santa Fe
Rep. Bill Rehm: 505 986-4214, bill.rehm@nmlegis.gov, Bernallilo
Rep. Eliseo Alcon: 505 986-4416, eliseo.alcon@nmlegis.gov, Cibola & McKinley
Rep Gail Chasey: 505 986-4777, gail@gailchasey.com, Bernalillo
Rep. Ryan Lane: 505 986-4758, ryan@laneforliberty.com, San Juan
Rep Javier Martinez: 505 986-4782, javier.martinez@nmlegis.gov, Bernalillo
Rep Steve McQueen: 505 986-4423, matthew.mcqueen@nmlegis.gov, Sandoval & Santa Fe Rep.
Greg Nibert: 505 986-4758, greg.nibert@nmlegis.gov, Chaves
Rep. Andrea Reeb:505 986-4215, Andrea.Reeb@nmlegis.gov, Chaves, Curry & Roosevelt
Rep Reena Szczepanski: 505 986-4777, reena.szczepanski@nmlegis.gov, Santa Fe
Representative Lord and Representative Jones confirmed they are hearing from thousands of New Mexicans who signed over 2,000 of NMAFL's petitions submitted to the committee members. SIGN AND SHARE HERE. We must keep up the pressure!
After numerous attempts to get a direct response to questions about the bill, including whether or not rural community health care workers would be forced to refer or perform abortions against their conscience, Representative Stefani Lord stated, "this bill is lawsuit central and opens the door for numerous lawsuits if any public employee does not wish to comply with referring or performing an abortion or transgender health care."
"In 4 days we received over 2,000 petitions from citizens across the state in opposition to this dangerous bill," stated Elisa Martinez, Executive Director of New Mexico Alliance for Life. "The voices of concerned parents, doctors, and families across the state do not matter, since it appears the sponsors do not want to admit what their bill does, this is a huge red flag. The bill itself redefines discrimination as any attempt to 'deny, restrict or interfere with a person's access to reproductive and transgender procedures,' for a public body or employee. It violates numerous constitutional rights, conscience and religious freedoms of every New Mexican."
42 year veteran pediatric nurse, Representative Jenifer Jones asked numerous questions about the impact on children and public school teachers, she was able to confirm that indeed the bill would apply to every public school and institution.
Friends - we are excited to announce TO DATE over 4,000 Stop HB 7 Petitions have been submitted. This is INCREDIBLE -- let's keep the momentun going - share this information with 5 friends and family!
STOP HB 7 WHAT YOU CAN DO!
SIGN and SHARE the PETITION to STOP HB 7 HERE.
DONATE TO SUPPORT THE LIFE-SAVING WORK OF NEW MEXICO ALLIANCE FOR LIFE HERE.
SIGN UP FOR LEGISLATIVE EMAIL ALERTS
BE PREPARED TO TESTIFY FOR THE JUDICIARY COMMITTEE, MORE INFO TBA ONCE THE HEARING IS SCHEDULED.
SHARE THIS TIME SENSITIVE INFORMATION WITH OTHERS!
WHAT HB 7 DOES:
*HB 7 will force all New Mexico public institutions that receive public funding and employees, such as elementary school teachers to refer or perform any request for abortion and "gender-affirming" health care - despite the best interest of the child for an elective procedure: Section 3B.
*HB 7 will penalize anyone who "directly OR indirectly" "deny, restrict or interfere with a person's ability to access or provide reproductive health care or gender-affirming health care" -- despite the best interest of the child or individual: Section 3B.
*HB 7 seeks to ban any effort by all lawmaking bodies at the local and state level from legislating against it, “a public body or agent of a public body shall not impose or continue in effect any law, ordinance, policy or regulation that violates or conflicts with the provisions set forth in this bill:" Section 3D.
*HB 7 violates the constitutional rights of all New Mexicans for due process, freedom of speech, freedom of religion and equal protection. It penalizes New Mexicans under threat of prosecution and civil penalties up to $5K for exercising any of these constitutional rights. Section 5C.
- DONATE TO SUPPORT THE LIFE-SAVING WORK OF NEW MEXICO ALLIANCE FOR LIFE HERE. SHARE WITH OTHERS!
Satanic Temple announced plans to do "ritual abortions" in New Mexico. Read the coverage from Life News here: “The fact that the Satanic Temple plans to set up a ritual abortion clinic in New Mexico speaks volumes about who is really behind the abortion agenda,” Elisa Martinez, founder of New Mexico Alliance for Life, told LifeNews. “Their willingness to flaunt the practice of ending innocent human life as a ritualistic sacrifice shows how New Mexico public officials have cooperated with this evil by turning the state into the thriving taxpayer-funded abortion capital of the Southwest and even America,” Martinez said.
January 31, 2023
Please be prepared to testify for 1 - 2 minutes against HB 7 either in person in room 307 at the Roundhouse or via Zoom link here for House Health & Human Services on Friday at 8:30 AM.
Rep. Liz Thompson: 505 986-4425 Email: liz.thomson@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Pamela Herndon: 505 986-4248, Email: pamelya.herndon@nmlegis.gov
Rep Jennifer Jones:505 986-4227, Email: Jenifer.Jones@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Kathleen Cates: 505 986-4254. Email: Kathleen.Cates@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Eleanor Chavez: 505 986-4242, Email: Eleanor.Chavez@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Joanne Ferrary: 505 986-4844, Email: joanne.ferrary@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Tara Jaramillo: 505 986-4255, Email: Tara.Jaramillo@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Stefani Lord: 505 986-4453, Email: stefani.lord@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Reena Szczepanski: 505 986-4777, Email: reena.szczepanski@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Harlan Vincent: 505 986-4467, Email: Harlan.Vincent@nmlegis.gov
WHAT HB 7 DOES:
"This bill will force every public school and teacher across the state to facilitate elective abortions and transgender hormones and surgery,” said Elisa Martinez, Executive Director of the New Mexico Alliance for Life. “HB 7 threatens citizens and empowers bureaucrats to further force compliance for these elective procedures. It violates numerous constitutional rights as well as the conscience and religious freedom of every New Mexican. This is the most tyrannical and overreaching health care bill in the nation putting transgender procedures and abortions above the constitutional rights of every New Mexican."
From New Mexico State Senator, Dr. Gregg Schmedes, the only practicing health care professional in the NM Legislature:
"As a parent and practicing physician, I am deeply concerned about HB 7 forcing teachers and public employees to facilitate elective procedures - despite the best interest of our children. There are negative impacts to the mental, physical and emotional health of any elective procedure and HB 7 completely ignores the actual science," said State Senator, Dr. Gregg Schmedes.
Please be prepared to testify for 1 - 2 minutes against HB 7 either in person in room 307 at the Roundhouse or via Zoom link here for House Health & Human Services on Friday at 8:30 AM.
- For testimony, be polite and use NMAFL's legal analysis below to express your concerns, ask members to VOTE NO on HB 7.
- SIGN and SHARE the Petition to Stop HB 7 here. Your petition will be submitted to the committee members tomorrow.
- CALL and EMAIL: We encourage you to ALSO CALL and email committee members individually below. Keep in mind your petitions will also be shared with each committee member in person as well!
- DONATE TO SUPPORT THE LIFE-SAVING WORK OF NEW MEXICO ALLIANCE FOR LIFE HERE. SHARE WITH OTHERS!
Rep. Liz Thompson: 505 986-4425 Email: liz.thomson@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Pamela Herndon: 505 986-4248, Email: pamelya.herndon@nmlegis.gov
Rep Jennifer Jones:505 986-4227, Email: Jenifer.Jones@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Kathleen Cates: 505 986-4254. Email: Kathleen.Cates@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Eleanor Chavez: 505 986-4242, Email: Eleanor.Chavez@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Joanne Ferrary: 505 986-4844, Email: joanne.ferrary@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Tara Jaramillo: 505 986-4255, Email: Tara.Jaramillo@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Stefani Lord: 505 986-4453, Email: stefani.lord@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Reena Szczepanski: 505 986-4777, Email: reena.szczepanski@nmlegis.gov
Rep. Harlan Vincent: 505 986-4467, Email: Harlan.Vincent@nmlegis.gov
WHAT HB 7 DOES:
- HB 7 will force all New Mexico public institutions that receive public funding and employees, such as elementary school teachers to facilitate any request for abortion and "gender-affirming" health care - despite the best interest of the child for an elective procedure: Section 3B.
- HB 7 will penalize anyone who "directly OR indirectly" "deny, restrict or interfere with a person's ability to access or provide reproductive health care or gender-affirming health care" -- despite the best interest of the child or individual: Section 3B.
- HB 7 seeks to ban any effort by all lawmaking bodies at the local and state level from legislating against it, “a public body or agent of a public body shall not impose or continue in effect any law, ordinance, policy or regulation that violates or conflicts with the provisions set forth in this bill:" Section 3D.
- HB 7 violates the constitutional rights of all New Mexicans for due process, freedom of speech, freedom of religion and equal protection. It penalizes New Mexicans under threat of prosecution and civil penalties up to $5K for exercising any of these constitutional rights. Section 5C.
"This bill will force every public school and teacher across the state to facilitate elective abortions and transgender hormones and surgery,” said Elisa Martinez, Executive Director of the New Mexico Alliance for Life. “HB 7 threatens citizens and empowers bureaucrats to further force compliance for these elective procedures. It violates numerous constitutional rights as well as the conscience and religious freedom of every New Mexican. This is the most tyrannical and overreaching health care bill in the nation putting transgender procedures and abortions above the constitutional rights of every New Mexican."
From New Mexico State Senator, Dr. Gregg Schmedes, the only practicing health care professional in the NM Legislature:
"As a parent and practicing physician, I am deeply concerned about HB 7 forcing teachers and public employees to facilitate elective procedures - despite the best interest of our children. There are negative impacts to the mental, physical and emotional health of any elective procedure and HB 7 completely ignores the actual science," said State Senator, Dr. Gregg Schmedes.
Concerned New Mexicans should prepare to fight back against the abortion lobby’s radical agenda. We're counting on you to help us defend life by making a gift today of $30, $75, $150, $500 or more.
New Mexico Alliance for Life
1933 San Mateo Dr NE #122, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
New Mexico Alliance for Life is a 501-C4 not for profit organization. Donations are not tax-deductible. Thank you for your support!
January 27, 2023
Sunday, January 22, 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the tragic, now overturned Roe v. Wade decision. Sadly, we know that since the overturning of Roe, abortions have expanded in New Mexico as a result of neighboring states tightening restrictions on elective abortions. New Mexico's most pro-abortion governor, Governor Lujan-Grisham has pledged to expand abortions across the state, fund a full-scale abortion center in the Las Cruces area and "codify Roe." Please helps us fight back -- make sure to follow NMAFL's alerts and action items this legislative session!
PRAYER REQUEST AND ACTION ITEM: Pro-life Senator Bill Sharer asks for 200k prayers for New Mexico during the legislative session. Will you be one of the Prayer Warriors for our state? Don't forget to share this important email with friends, family and church groups.
Sunday, January 22, 2023 marked the 50th anniversary of the tragic, now overturned Roe v. Wade decision. Sadly, we know that since the overturning of Roe, abortions have expanded in New Mexico as a result of neighboring states tightening restrictions on elective abortions. New Mexico's most pro-abortion governor, Governor Lujan-Grisham has pledged to expand abortions across the state, fund a full-scale abortion center in the Las Cruces area and "codify Roe." Please helps us fight back -- make sure to follow NMAFL's alerts and action items this legislative session!
PRAYER REQUEST AND ACTION ITEM: Pro-life Senator Bill Sharer asks for 200k prayers for New Mexico during the legislative session. Will you be one of the Prayer Warriors for our state? Don't forget to share this important email with friends, family and church groups.
February 2022
Breaking: Life - Saving Safe Haven Safety Device Bill, "Baby Saul's Bill" Re-Introduced in NM Legislature
February, 2022
SANTA FE: Late Tuesday, Senator David Gallegos (R) and Senator Leo Jaramillo (D) introduced Senate Bill 168, a safe haven safety device bill or "Baby Saul's bill," in response to a Hobbs mother tossing her newborn baby into a dumpster earlier this month and an Española newborn baby found dead in a trash bag in 2019.
The legislation was first introduced in 2020 when an Española baby boy was found dead in a trash bag injected with heroin. Then state Representative Joseph Sanchez worked with NMAFL on the legislation and bring awareness to this issue. Since then, the City of Española, Rio Arriba County and Taos County have adopted safe haven awareness measures.
The new bill appropriates funding for an awareness campaign for safe haven locations providing women and families with safe and legal options to surrender an infat as well as the installation of one safe haven safety device per each county across the state. The boxes are installed in a firehouse or police station and are equipped with ventilation, heat regulation, and a silent alarm to alert the rescue team.
Baby Saul's bill is currently being considered by Governor Lujan Grisham for approval to be heard. You can contact your state senator and representative to support SB 168, Baby Saul's bill here. We will continue to keep you informed with the latest updates and action alerts.
"Thankfully, Baby Saul was found alive, but how many newborns are rescued too late or never found at all?" said NMAFL's Elisa Martinez. "The implementation of safe haven awareness programs and safety devices are saving hundreds of lives in other states - there's no excuse, the Governor and legislators must pass this measure in New Mexico now."
Currently, there are 97 Safe Haven Baby Boxes in 5 states, resulting in 116 safe hand offs to first responders and 4 babies surrendered through a baby box.
"We want to make mothers, and the community aware of this life-saving option," said Assistant Fire Chief, John Wickersham of the Espanola Fire Department. "I have seen this tragedy play out in the worst possible way- an innocent baby was thrown in the trash and died in 2019. The safety box removes any shame a mother may have and ensures a safe and legal surrender."
"We experienced the gut-wrenching reality of what this law can mean to save lives in New Mexico a few weeks ago in Hobbs," said Senator Gallegos. "We were fortunate that baby Saul Astorga who was thrown in the dumpster is alive. Baby boxes offer another option to allow for infants to be surrendered safely with anonymity. If this bill can save just one life, it will be worth every dollar invested in this project."
Thanks to Espanola Mayor Javier Sanchez and community-wide efforts spearheaded by Wickersham, Espanola is the first community to bring a "Safe Haven Baby Box" to the state. The boxes are installed in a firehouse or police station and are equipped with ventilation, heat regulation, and a silent alarm to alert the rescue team. Learn more and donate to fund New Mexico's first Safe Haven Baby Box here.
SANTA FE: Late Tuesday, Senator David Gallegos (R) and Senator Leo Jaramillo (D) introduced Senate Bill 168, a safe haven safety device bill or "Baby Saul's bill," in response to a Hobbs mother tossing her newborn baby into a dumpster earlier this month and an Española newborn baby found dead in a trash bag in 2019.
The legislation was first introduced in 2020 when an Española baby boy was found dead in a trash bag injected with heroin. Then state Representative Joseph Sanchez worked with NMAFL on the legislation and bring awareness to this issue. Since then, the City of Española, Rio Arriba County and Taos County have adopted safe haven awareness measures.
The new bill appropriates funding for an awareness campaign for safe haven locations providing women and families with safe and legal options to surrender an infat as well as the installation of one safe haven safety device per each county across the state. The boxes are installed in a firehouse or police station and are equipped with ventilation, heat regulation, and a silent alarm to alert the rescue team.
Baby Saul's bill is currently being considered by Governor Lujan Grisham for approval to be heard. You can contact your state senator and representative to support SB 168, Baby Saul's bill here. We will continue to keep you informed with the latest updates and action alerts.
"Thankfully, Baby Saul was found alive, but how many newborns are rescued too late or never found at all?" said NMAFL's Elisa Martinez. "The implementation of safe haven awareness programs and safety devices are saving hundreds of lives in other states - there's no excuse, the Governor and legislators must pass this measure in New Mexico now."
Currently, there are 97 Safe Haven Baby Boxes in 5 states, resulting in 116 safe hand offs to first responders and 4 babies surrendered through a baby box.
"We want to make mothers, and the community aware of this life-saving option," said Assistant Fire Chief, John Wickersham of the Espanola Fire Department. "I have seen this tragedy play out in the worst possible way- an innocent baby was thrown in the trash and died in 2019. The safety box removes any shame a mother may have and ensures a safe and legal surrender."
"We experienced the gut-wrenching reality of what this law can mean to save lives in New Mexico a few weeks ago in Hobbs," said Senator Gallegos. "We were fortunate that baby Saul Astorga who was thrown in the dumpster is alive. Baby boxes offer another option to allow for infants to be surrendered safely with anonymity. If this bill can save just one life, it will be worth every dollar invested in this project."
Thanks to Espanola Mayor Javier Sanchez and community-wide efforts spearheaded by Wickersham, Espanola is the first community to bring a "Safe Haven Baby Box" to the state. The boxes are installed in a firehouse or police station and are equipped with ventilation, heat regulation, and a silent alarm to alert the rescue team. Learn more and donate to fund New Mexico's first Safe Haven Baby Box here.
We are especially grateful for the leadership of our pro-life legislators, faith leaders and pro-life supporters who attended the 2022 Rally for Life at the Roundhouse!
NM State Senators: Sen. David Gallegos, Sen Bill Sharer, Sen Senator Crystal Diamond, Senator Gregg Schmedes.
NM House Representatives: Rep Stefani Lord, Leader Jim Townsend, Rep Rebecca Dow, Rep Martin Zamora, Rep Rod Montoya, Rep James Strickler, Rep Randy Pettigrew, Rep Rachel Black, Rep Joshua Hernandez, Rep Brian Baca, Rep Kelly Fajardo, Rep Ryan Lane. Thanks to Antoinette Olivas for Music, Deputy Chief Española Fireman John Wickersham, thanks to Care Net of ABQ & Santa Fe, Project Defending Life Family, Policy Alliance of New Mexico, New Mexico Right to Life. Representatives Gail Armstrong & Greg Nibert were not able to attend due to scheduling conflicts.
We also wish to thank former Congressman Bill Redmond, Father Jordan Sanchez of Santa Maria and JD Vasquez of the Barnabas Institute for offering the opening & closing prayers. Also, a big thank you to the Knights of Columbus of New Mexico!
Thank you again for your support of New Mexico Alliance for Life. Together, we are building a Culture of Life across New Mexico!
NM State Senators: Sen. David Gallegos, Sen Bill Sharer, Sen Senator Crystal Diamond, Senator Gregg Schmedes.
NM House Representatives: Rep Stefani Lord, Leader Jim Townsend, Rep Rebecca Dow, Rep Martin Zamora, Rep Rod Montoya, Rep James Strickler, Rep Randy Pettigrew, Rep Rachel Black, Rep Joshua Hernandez, Rep Brian Baca, Rep Kelly Fajardo, Rep Ryan Lane. Thanks to Antoinette Olivas for Music, Deputy Chief Española Fireman John Wickersham, thanks to Care Net of ABQ & Santa Fe, Project Defending Life Family, Policy Alliance of New Mexico, New Mexico Right to Life. Representatives Gail Armstrong & Greg Nibert were not able to attend due to scheduling conflicts.
We also wish to thank former Congressman Bill Redmond, Father Jordan Sanchez of Santa Maria and JD Vasquez of the Barnabas Institute for offering the opening & closing prayers. Also, a big thank you to the Knights of Columbus of New Mexico!
Thank you again for your support of New Mexico Alliance for Life. Together, we are building a Culture of Life across New Mexico!
2022 Rally for Life At the Roundhouse: Wednesday January 19th
You're Invited: Wednesday January 19th to join pro-life legislators and pro-life leaders for praise and worship, a pro-life rally, and a BIG ANNNOUNCEMENT!
Rally for Life at the Roundhouse Schedule
Pro-Life Praise and Worship: 1:30 - 2:00 pm
Pro-Life Rally 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Note* the NM Conference of Catholic Bishops will host the Sanctity of Life Mass on Wednesday, January 19th from 12 noon - 1 pm.
Concerned New Mexicans should prepare to fight back against the abortion lobby’s abortion funding agenda in 2022. We're counting on you to help us defend life by making an end of year gift today of $30, $75, $150, $500 or more.
New Mexico Alliance for Life
1208 San Pedro Dr NE #122, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
New Mexico Alliance for Life is a 501-C4 not for profit organization. Donations are not tax-deductible. Thank you for your support!
Rally for Life at the Roundhouse Schedule
Pro-Life Praise and Worship: 1:30 - 2:00 pm
Pro-Life Rally 2:00 - 3:00 pm
Note* the NM Conference of Catholic Bishops will host the Sanctity of Life Mass on Wednesday, January 19th from 12 noon - 1 pm.
Concerned New Mexicans should prepare to fight back against the abortion lobby’s abortion funding agenda in 2022. We're counting on you to help us defend life by making an end of year gift today of $30, $75, $150, $500 or more.
New Mexico Alliance for Life
1208 San Pedro Dr NE #122, Albuquerque, NM 87110.
New Mexico Alliance for Life is a 501-C4 not for profit organization. Donations are not tax-deductible. Thank you for your support!
