N.M. Delegation Announces $500,000 to Support Affordable Housing Access in New Mexico  

U.S. Senators Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and Ben Ray Luján (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representatives Teresa Leger Fernández (D-N.M.), Melanie Stansbury (D-N.M.) and Gabe Vasquez (D-N.M.) welcomed $500,000 in federal funding for Multifamily Housing and Congregate Housing Services programs in New Mexico from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to improve access to quality, affordable housing for low-income seniors.  

“Every New Mexican deserves a safe and secure place to call home,” said Heinrich. “I’m proud to welcome this federal funding that takes us a step closer toward meeting that goal for seniors. And I remain committed to tackling New Mexico’s housing crisis head-on with real solutions that invest in a better, more stable future for all.” 

“Access to safe and affordable housing is essential for our communities,” said Luján. “I’m proud to welcome these federal investments toward affordable housing, which will help alleviate financial burdens for seniors. No one should go unhoused and that’s why these investments are critical to our communities, and I will continue to support resources to expand affordable housing for all.” 

“I’m grateful this federal funding will help us provide affordable housing for our seniors,”said Leger Fernández. “This $500,000 will go to housing developments in my district and across the state. Every New Mexican deserves to live in a home they can afford!”

“Housing is a human right,” said Stansbury. “That’s why I am thrilled to welcome this federal funding that will help seniors keep a roof over their heads. It is our responsibility to make sure our communities are taken care of, and investments like this do just that.” 

“We must address rising costs of housing in New Mexico, and thankfully this federal investment will make a difference for seniors across the state,” said Vasquez. “I am committed to expanding affordable housing, and am proud to welcome these funds as one of the many ways to support New Mexicans.” 

HUD has awarded funding to the following: 

• $73,700 to Gallup Sunset Hills Apartments, LLLP in Gallup, N.M.  
• $62,428 to Yes Housing, Inc. in Albuquerque, N.M.  
• $57,797 to Montana Meadows Apartments in Las Cruces, N.M.  
• $56,691 to Roswell Summit Apartments in Roswell, N.M.  
• $56,460 to Wildewood Apartments in Roswell, N.M.  
• $53,224 to Apple Ridge Apartments in Farmington, N.M.  
• $52,440 to Yes Deming Mountain View Apartments, LLLP in Albuquerque, N.M.  
• $50,807 to Casa Del Rio, LLC in Albuquerque, N.M.  
• $45,628 to Socorro Village, LLC in Socorro, N.M. 

The Congressional delegation remains committed to identifying and implementing comprehensive policy solutions that tackle the affordable housing crisis in New Mexico.  

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