For immediate release
January 26, 2026
Contact: Shanna Chamblee
Email: schamblee@termlimits.com
New Poll: 73% of New Mexico Voters Support Term Limits on Congress
Sante Fe, NM – A new poll of registered voters in New Mexico reveals a massive groundswell of support for term limits on members of Congress. The poll, conducted by RMG Research between January 6-12, 2026, comes as the New Mexico State Legislature begins its 2026 regular session.
The data shows that 73% of New Mexico voters approve of placing term limits on Congress. This sentiment transcends party lines, including 81% of Republicans, 67% of Democrats and 55% Independents.
“These results send a clear and unmistakable message to New Mexico,” says USTL President, Philip Blumel. “New Mexico voters are tired of career politicians in Washington and are looking to their state legislators to take the lead on this critical reform.”
Key findings from the executive summary include:
Broad Consensus: 74% of voters favor New Mexico calling for an amendment proposing convention specifically to enact congressional term limits.
Legislative Accountability: 66% of voters state they would be more likely to vote for a candidate for the state legislature who supports implementing these limits.
Demographic Strength: Support is well-rounded among younger and older voters, with 74% among 18-34, 81% from 45-54, and 82% of those aged 55-64 in favor.
View the 2026 RMG Research Poll results.
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U.S. Term Limits is the largest nonpartisan, nonprofit organization advocating solely on term limits. Our mission is to improve the quality of government with a citizen legislature that closely reflects its constituency and is responsive to the needs of the people it serves. USTL does not require a self-limit on individuals. Our aim is to limit the terms of all members of Congress as an institution. Find out more at termlimits.org
