New Mexico is still the only state in the country where legislators receive no salary. That means public service is often only realistic for people with wealth, retirement income, or flexible jobs.

Constitutional Amendment 4 would compensate legislators at New Mexico’s median household income, creating a fair and transparent standard tied to the economic reality of working families. This is not just about pay. It is about who gets to serve, who has power at the Capitol, and whether New Mexico can build a legislature that truly reflects its people.