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On December 13, 2025, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham of New Mexico signed a bill that extends protections for members of the National Guard who are called to active duty. The legislation, known as the Military Service Employment Protection Act, ensures that National Guard members have job security and protection against discrimination while serving their country.The bill, which was overwhelmingly passed by the state legislature, strengthens existing laws that provide job leave protections for National Guard members who are called to active duty. Under this new legislation, employers are required to provide up to 21 days of paid leave for National Guard members who are ordered to report for military duty. Additionally, employers are prohibited from discriminating against employees based on their military service obligations.Governor Lujan Grisham spoke at a signing ceremony, praising the bill as a crucial step in supporting the men and women who serve in the National Guard. She highlighted the sacrifices that National Guard members make to protect our country and emphasized the importance of ensuring that they are able to fulfill their military obligations without fear of losing their jobs or facing discrimination.The bill was supported by a coalition of veterans' organizations, military advocates, and lawmakers who saw the need to strengthen protections for National Guard members. They argued that these protections are essential to supporting the men and women who serve in the National Guard and ensuring that they are able to fulfill their duties without sacrificing their livelihoods.In signing the bill, Governor Lujan Grisham expressed her gratitude to the members of the National Guard for their service and commitment to protecting our country. She emphasized the importance of supporting military members and their families and reaffirmed her commitment to ensuring that they have the resources and protections they need to serve effectively.Overall, the passage of the Military Service Employment Protection Act represents a significant victory for National Guard members in New Mexico, providing them with the job security and protections they deserve while serving our country. This legislation reaffirms the state's commitment to supporting our military members and honoring their sacrifices.