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New Mexico’s behavioral health overhaul is gaining momentum, with a second regional plan approved for northern counties including Santa Fe and Española, focusing on detox and transportation. Senator George Muñoz acknowledges the steep learning curve but insists the change is overdue, especially after years of stalled progress and rising overdose deaths. While local leaders are stepping in with temporary state funding, critics warn the state’s Health Care Authority lacks the staff and structure to support the 13 new regional plans. Uncertainty over funding routes—whether direct to local governments or through reimbursement—adds pressure, leaving some worried about implementation without clear financial backing.

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