AMERICAN IMMIGRATION COUNCIL • IRIS
New Mexico Enacts the Driver Privacy and Security Act

Policy ID

NM-LA-2026-3-4
State Response
Statewide,
NM
Legislative Action

Short Description

The Driver Privacy and Security Act, SB 40, restricts law enforcement’s sharing of data collected by automatic license plate readers, prohibiting its use for investigations into a driver’s immigration status, participation in political rallies, or protected health care activities such as gender-affirming or abortion care.

Date Adopted

03/04/2026

References

See Also

New Mexico Adds Immigration Status to Protected Motor Vehicle Record Data

03/03/2026
Statewide
Legislative Action
NM

New Mexico Enacts Sensitive Personal Information Nondisclosure Act

04/10/2025
Statewide
Legislative Action
NM