Animal Protection Lobby Day 2026 is an advocacy event organized by Animal Protection Voters (APV), a New Mexico-based nonprofit dedicated to promoting animal-friendly legislation. Scheduled for February 10, 2026, at the New Mexico State Capitol in Santa Fe, this event offers participants the opportunity to engage directly with legislators to support pro-animal bills and initiatives.
The day's agenda includes a morning check-in at APV's Santa Fe office, followed by a presentation on the organization's 2026 legislative priorities. Attendees will then proceed to the Capitol for a group photo and participate in a press conference held in the Rotunda. The event culminates with participants distributing letters to their respective legislators, advocating for key issues such as preserving the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law, funding the Companion Animal Rescue Effort (CARE), and promoting humane management of free-roaming horses.
This event is ideal for animal advocates, community members, and anyone interested in influencing animal protection policies in New Mexico. By attending, participants can actively contribute to legislative efforts that aim to improve the welfare of animals across the state.
Speakers(6)
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham
Governor at State of New Mexico
Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham is the 32nd governor of New Mexico and has issued Senate Executive Message No. 18 authorizing the consideration of Senate Bill 38 during the 2026 legislative session.
Representative Cristina Parajón
State Representative at New Mexico House of Representatives
Representative Cristina Parajón serves District 25 in the New Mexico House of Representatives and is a co-sponsor of Senate Bill 38 to maintain the Affordable Spay/Neuter Law.
Representative Joanne Ferrary
State Representative at New Mexico House of Representatives
Representative Joanne Ferrary represents District 37 in the New Mexico House of Representatives and has joined as a co-sponsor of Senate Bill 38.
Senator Heather Berghmans
State Senator at New Mexico State Senate
Senator Heather Berghmans serves District 15 in the New Mexico State Senate and is a co-sponsor of Senate Bill 38.
Senator Liz Stefanics
State Senator at New Mexico State Senate
Senator Liz Stefanics represents District 39 in the New Mexico State Senate and has joined as a co-sponsor of Senate Bill 38.
Senator Peter Wirth
Senate Majority Floor Leader at New Mexico State Senate
Senator Peter Wirth is the Senate Majority Floor Leader representing District 25 in the New Mexico State Senate. He is a sponsor of Senate Bill 38, aiming to preserve New Mexico's Affordable Spay/Neuter Law.
Event Details
- Date
- February 10, 2026
- Location
- 🇺🇸 Santa Fe, United States
- New Mexico State Capitol
- Pricing
- Free
- Audience
- Animal advocates, community members, policymakers