(The Center Square) – New Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham signed House Bill 141 into law this past weekend to increase salaries for New Mexico judges.
“I am pleased to be able to assist the Legislature in making this a reality,” Lujan Grisham said in a statement. “Through this bill, we are investing in our current and future workforce.”
New Mexico Supreme Court Chief Justice C. Shannon Bacon praised the governor’s decision.
“We appreciate the support of the governor and the Legislature for this investment in state courts to meet the legal needs of New Mexicans. Improved judicial salaries will help attract mid-career lawyers with a diverse legal background to serve as state court judges,” Bacon said. “The governor leaves a lasting legacy for all New Mexicans by signing this legislation to recruit and retain the most qualified, experienced legal professionals as judges on New Mexico courts.”
New Mexico Supreme Court justices previously made $191,693 per year, according to data from the state.