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About the Department

Welcome to the New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department. We regulate more than 400,000 individuals and businesses more than two dozen industries, professions, and trades across the state. The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department strives to ensure that New Mexicans receive quality care and services from qualified individuals and businesses in different industries, professions and trades. We touch everyday activities of every New Mexican, while ensuring a fair and prompt administrative process to help spur economic development.

Latest News

State regulators seek modest FY28 budget increase
Oct 22, 2026
NMRLD’s request builds on reforms that protect consumers and support economic growth SANTA FE – The New Mexico Regulation and Licensing Department (NMRLD) presented its fiscal year 2028 budget request of $76.4 million to the Legislative Finance Committee today. The...
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Investigation uncovers illegal cannabis operation in Torrance County
Sep 25, 2026
Agents seize approximately 6,300 illegal cannabis plants SANTA FE – The Regulation and Licensing Department’s Enforcement Bureau and the New Mexico Organized Crime Commission executed a search warrant at a large-scale illegal cannabis farm in Torrance County on...
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RELEASE: June 15 marks World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
Jun 11, 2026
SANTA FE — Financial exploitation remains a growing threat to older New Mexicans, and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day is a great reminder to revisit what you know about financial exploitation and take steps to prevent it from happening to you or someone you know.
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Upcoming Events

Nutrition and Dietetics Regular Board Meeting Notice
Nov 12, 2026
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Board of Optometry Rule Hearing and Regular Board Meeting
Nov 13, 2026
1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
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Most Popular Services

Construction Industries Division
Business • Regulation & Licensing Department
The Construction Industries Division protects consumers by regulating the industry through policies that promote business growth, safety, and general welfare of the public.
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Boards and Commissions Division
Business • Regulation & Licensing Department
The Boards and Commissions Division licenses and regulates more than 30 different professions and specialized trades, from accountants to funeral directors. This division establishes specialized standards on education and training to ensure New Mexicans receive quality care and services from qualified professionals.
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Alcoholic Beverage Control
Business • Regulation & Licensing Department
The Alcoholic Beverage Control Division issues, transfers, and revokes liquor licenses as per the provisions set forth in the Liquor Control Act. It also administers the Alcohol Server Training Program.
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Cannabis Control Division
Business • Regulation & Licensing Department
The Cannabis Control Division oversees licensing and compliance under the Cannabis Regulation Act, Lynn and Erin Compassion Use Act, and rules promulgated by the division in the interest of regulating a new industry in New Mexico while protecting public health and safety.
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Consumer Resources
Business • Regulation & Licensing Department
As part of our commitment to New Mexicans, we have compiled these financial education resources for a better understanding of how consumers can improve their financial future. The Department offers a variety of information and resources to educate consumers regarding financial topics.
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