Voting & Elections
Information on Voting and Elections in the State of New Mexico.
Candidates & Campaigns
Information on how to become a candidate and about complying with campaign finance disclosure and reporting requirements.
Legislation, Lobbying & Legal Resources
Learn about Lobbying in our state. Find Legislative information to include Signed & Chaptered Bills and Legal Resources.
Business Services
Start a business, maintain a business or get general information on registered businesses in New Mexico.
Notary & Apostille
Become a notary, renew your notary commission, or obtain information about apostilles or certification of official documents.
Commercial Services
File UCC's, AG Liens, register a trademark or other commercial filings.
Safe at Home
New Mexico’s statewide address confidentiality program administered by the Secretary of State to assist victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, stalking or similar types of crimes to receive mail using the Secretary of State’s address as a substitute for their own.
Cybersecurity
Learn about how we protect your voter and business information. You might also find a tip or two that will help you secure your information as well.
About New Mexico
Learn about New Mexico Government, History, State Symbols, State Songs and other important information about our state.
Unofficial Election Results
Results will become available after 7 PM on Election Day, November 2, 2021 and will be posted as they are received from the county offices.
Election Results Homepage
Election Day Voter Hotline
Toll Free: 1-800-477-3632
Santa Fe: 505-827-3600 Option 2
The Election Day Voter Hotline is available on Election Day, November 2, from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM to assist voters with questions or concerns.
Voter Resources
Online voter resources include:
Candidates & Campaigns
2022 Candidate Campaign Finance Reporting Guide
The Candidate Campaign Finance Guidelines were published by the Office of the Secretary of State to act as a comprehensive guide to aid candidates in complying with campaign finance disclosure and reporting requirements as outlined in the Campaign Reporting Act and the Campaign Finance Rule, NMAC 1.10.13. The guide also offers instructions for using the electronic Campaign Finance Information System (CFIS).
The Office of the Secretary of State will also schedule a training webinar to review the guidelines, provide a demonstration of CFIS, and provide an opportunity to ask questions prior to each report deadline.
Links
Campaign Contribution Limits
The Campaign Reporting Act [1-19-25 to 1-19-3 NMSA 1978] contains provisions regarding contribution limits to and from candidates and political committees. Section 1-19-34-7(D), includes a provision regarding incremental increases in contribution limits after each general election. These incremental increases are based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) as measured by the U.S. Department of Labor.
As of November 4, 2020, the campaign contribution limits per election cycle are:
| From an individual (person or entity) |
From a PAC | |
|---|---|---|
| To a Non-Statewide Candidate | $5,200 | $5,200 |
| To a Non-Gubernatorial Statewide Candidate | $5,200 | $5,200 |
| To a Gubernatorial Statewide Candidate | $10,400 | $10,400 |
| To a PAC | $5,200 | $5,200 |
The contribution limits do not apply to contributions from a candidate’s personal funds to the candidate’s own campaign fund.
Candidate Information
- Campaign Reporting Act
- Gift Act
- Important Notice for PRC Candidates
- NM Campaign Finance Information System
Candidate Forms
Upcoming Statewide Elections
2024 Primary Election: Tuesday, June 4, 2024
2024 General Election: Tuesday, November 5, 2024
Quick Contact Information
Mailing & Physical Address
New Mexico Capitol Annex North
325 Don Gaspar, Suite 300
Santa Fe, NM 87501
Hours of Operation
8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Monday through Friday
Toll Free : 1-800-477-3632
Business Services Division
Phone 505-827-3600 (Option 1)
Fax 505-827-4387
Email Business.Services@sos.nm.gov
Bureau of Elections
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Elections@sos.nm.gov
Ethics Division
Phone: 505-827-3600 (Option 2)
Email: Sos.ethics@sos.nm.gov
Receptionist
Phone 505-827-3600 (Option 3)
