NEW MEXICO CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT 4
Building a legislature that looks like New Mexico
and works for New Mexico.
NEW MEXICO CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT 4
NEW MEXICO CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT 4
Building a legislature that looks like New Mexico and works for New Mexico.
THE PROBLEM
New Mexico is the only state where legislators receive no salary.
That means public service is often only realistic for people with wealth, retirement income, or flexible jobs. Not for working parents, caregivers, teachers, nurses, small business owners, or young leaders.
When only some can afford to serve, we all pay the price.
THE SOLUTION
Constitutional Amendment 4 would compensate legislators at New Mexico’s median household income.
It’s a fair, transparent standard tied to the economic reality of working families.
This isn’t just about pay.
It’s about who gets to serve, who has power at the Capitol, and whether New Mexico can build a legislature that truly reflects its people
THE PROBLEM
New Mexico is the only state where legislators receive no salary.
That means public service is often only realistic for people with wealth, retirement income, or flexible jobs. Not for working parents, caregivers, teachers, nurses, small business owners, or young leaders.
When only some can afford to serve, we all pay the price.
THE SOLUTION
Constitutional Amendment 4 would compensate legislators at New Mexico’s median household income.
It’s a fair, transparent standard tied to the economic reality of working families.
This isn’t just about pay.
It’s about who gets to serve, who has power at the Capitol, and whether New Mexico can build a legislature that truly reflects its people.
WHAT YES ON 4 DOES:
Yes on 4 creates a clear, common-sense standard for legislative compensation in New Mexico.
No blank check. No special perks. The same standard as New Mexico households.
Limited by the Constitution
Yes on 4 sets a clear limit: legislative compensation would be tied to New Mexico’s median household income.
Tied to Our Households
If New Mexico household income goes down, legislator compensation goes down too.
Everyday New Mexicans Can Serve
Nurses, firefighters, teachers, parents, small business owners, caregivers, and working people should have a real chance to serve.
Not Just the Wealthy
A Legislature for all of us should not be limited to people who can afford to work without pay.
CHECK OUT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ->
WHAT YES ON 4 DOES:
Yes on 4 creates a clear, common-sense standard for legislative compensation in New Mexico.
No blank check. No special perks. The same standard as New Mexico households.
LIMITED BY THE CONSTITUTION
Yes on 4 sets a clear limit: legislative compensation would be tied to New Mexico’s median household income.
TIED TO OUR HOUSEHOLDS
If New Mexico household income goes down, legislator compensation goes down too.
EVERYDAY NEW MEXICANS CAN SERVE IN OFFICE
Nurses, firefighters, teachers, parents, small business owners, caregivers, and working people should have a real chance to serve.
NOT JUST THE WEALTHY
A Legislature for all of us should not be limited to people who can afford to work without pay.
CHECK OUT OUR FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ->
Our Voice. Our Future. Vote for Change, Yes on 4.
Vote Yes on 4 to keep lawmakers’ compensation tied to New Mexico households, open the door for working people to serve, and build a government that works for the people who live here.
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Our Voice. Our Future. Vote for Change, Yes on 4.
Vote Yes on 4 to keep lawmakers’ compensation tied to New Mexico households, open the door for working people to serve, and build a government that works for the people who live here.
JOIN OUR VOTE FOR CHANGE TEAM!
By clicking “Submit” and providing your mobile number you are opting-in to receive daily text message updates from Vote For Change to alert and update you of upcoming meet & greet events, fundraising events, to ask for donations for our campaign, and to inform you of upcoming general election dates and locations for 2026. Message and data rates may apply. You can unsubscribe at any time.
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Public Service Shouldn’t Be Only for the Wealthy!
When only some people can afford to serve, all of us lose representation.
Public Service Shouldn’t Be Only for the Wealthy!
When only some people can afford to serve, all of us lose representation.
FAQ
What is Yes on 4?
Yes on 4 is the campaign to pass New Mexico Constitutional Amendment 4. The amendment would allow legislative compensation tied to New Mexico’s median household income.
What would Constitutional Amendment 4 do?
Constitutional Amendment 4 would set legislative compensation at New Mexico’s median household income. If that income goes down, legislator compensation goes down. Compensation can only increase if New Mexico household income rises.
Why does New Mexico need Yes on 4?
New Mexico currently has an unpaid Legislature. That makes it harder for working people, parents, caregivers, teachers, nurses, small business owners, young leaders, and people without personal wealth to serve.
Is Yes on 4 a blank check for politicians?
No. Yes on 4 creates a clear limit. Legislative compensation would be tied to New Mexico’s median household income, not whatever politicians want.
Would lawmakers be able to give themselves unlimited raises?
No. Compensation could only increase if New Mexico’s median household income rises. If New Mexico household income falls, legislator compensation would fall too.
Why should lawmakers be paid when families are struggling?
Because families are struggling, we need lawmakers who understand those struggles. When service is unpaid, too many working people are kept out of office. Yes on 4 helps ensure the people making decisions about wages, health care, child care, education, housing, and the cost of living include more people who know what everyday New Mexicans are facing.
Will Yes on 4 create more career politicians?
No. The current unpaid system already gives an advantage to people with wealth, retirement income, flexible jobs, or insider access. Yes on 4 helps regular people serve — not just the wealthy and well-connected.
What does “median household income” mean?
Median household income is the middle point of household income in New Mexico. Yes on 4 ties legislative compensation to that New Mexico household standard, so lawmakers stay connected to the economic reality of the people they represent.
When will New Mexicans vote on Yes on 4?
New Mexicans will vote on Constitutional Amendment 4 in the November general election.
FAQ
What is Yes on 4?
Yes on 4 is the campaign to pass New Mexico Constitutional Amendment 4. The amendment would allow legislative compensation tied to New Mexico’s median household income.
What would Constitutional Amendment 4 do?
Constitutional Amendment 4 would set legislative compensation at New Mexico’s median household income. If that income goes down, legislator compensation goes down. Compensation can only increase if New Mexico household income rises.
Why does New Mexico need Yes on 4?
New Mexico currently has an unpaid Legislature. That makes it harder for working people, parents, caregivers, teachers, nurses, small business owners, young leaders, and people without personal wealth to serve.
Is Yes on 4 a blank check for politicians?
No. Yes on 4 creates a clear limit. Legislative compensation would be tied to New Mexico’s median household income, not whatever politicians want.
Would lawmakers be able to give themselves unlimited raises?
No. Compensation could only increase if New Mexico’s median household income rises. If New Mexico household income falls, legislator compensation would fall too.
Why should lawmakers be paid when families are struggling?
Because families are struggling, we need lawmakers who understand those struggles. When service is unpaid, too many working people are kept out of office. Yes on 4 helps ensure the people making decisions about wages, health care, child care, education, housing, and the cost of living include more people who know what everyday New Mexicans are facing.
Will Yes on 4 create more career politicians?
No. The current unpaid system already gives an advantage to people with wealth, retirement income, flexible jobs, or insider access. Yes on 4 helps regular people serve — not just the wealthy and well-connected.
What does “median household income” mean?
Median household income is the middle point of household income in New Mexico. Yes on 4 ties legislative compensation to that New Mexico household standard, so lawmakers stay connected to the economic reality of the people they represent.
When will New Mexicans vote on Yes on 4?
New Mexicans will vote on Constitutional Amendment 4 in the November general election.