Explains the constitutional and statutory responsibilities of the New Mexico Lieutenant Governor: presiding over the State Senate, serving as Acting Governor when the Governor is out of state, acting as statutory ombudsman, and sitting on numerous boards and commissions.
President of the Senate — presides over the State Senate during legislative session; works with senators of both parties for fair proceedings
Acting Governor — assumes executive authority when Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham is out of state; if both are away, Secretary of State becomes Acting Governor
Ombudsman — by statute, helps facilitate "cooperation and understanding between the people of this state and the agencies of state government"
Member of the Governor's executive cabinet
Boards and Commissions (list)