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New Mexico

Data Privacy Law Status

No Law
Law Status
None
Law Name
N/A
Effective Date
low
Priority

No Comprehensive Privacy Law

New Mexico has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Federal laws still apply. Monitor the New Mexico legislature for updates.

New Mexico has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Businesses operating in New Mexico are not subject to a state-level data privacy statute, though federal laws such as COPPA, HIPAA, and the FTC Act still apply. New Mexico residents do not currently have state-granted rights to access, delete, or opt out of the sale of their personal data.

How New Mexico Compares to Neighboring States

StateLawStatusEffective DatePriority
New Mexico ◀New MexicoNo LawN/Alow
ColoradoColoradoIn Effect2023-07-01high
ArizonaArizonaNo LawN/Alow
OklahomaOklahomaNo LawN/Alow
TexasTDPSAIn Effect2024-07-01high

Frequently Asked Questions — New Mexico Privacy Law

Does New Mexico have a data privacy law?

No. New Mexico has not enacted a comprehensive consumer privacy law. Businesses do not have state-specific privacy compliance obligations in New Mexico, though federal privacy laws still apply.

Do New Mexico residents have privacy rights?

New Mexico residents do not have state-granted privacy rights such as the right to access, delete, or opt out of the sale of their personal data. Federal laws like COPPA (for children's data) and HIPAA (for health data) provide some protections.

Could New Mexico enact a privacy law in the future?

Possibly. Over 20 states have now enacted comprehensive privacy laws and legislative activity is ongoing across the country. Monitor the New Mexico legislature for updates.

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Data Methodology

DataTactic researchers verify privacy law data directly against official government sources — New Mexico Attorney General publications, state statutes, and agency websites. Each data point is cross-referenced against primary sources before publication. Records are reviewed and updated when laws or requirements change.

Last verified: 2026-06-01 · DataTactic provides reference information only. This is not legal advice. Consult a qualified attorney for compliance guidance.