The proposed "Accessibility Act" mandates that all state agency websites, mobile applications, and physical facilities in New Mexico comply with established digital and physical accessibility standards. By April 1, 2026, each state agency must ensure their digital platforms meet the web content accessibility guidelines 2.1 level AA, and after this date, they are required to post a website accessibility statement on their homepage. This statement must include the agency's commitment to accessibility, contact information for reporting issues, known limitations, and measures taken to ensure accessibility. The Department of Information Technology is tasked with adopting and updating these digital accessibility standards, while state agencies must also adhere to physical accessibility standards as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act.

To oversee the implementation of these requirements, the bill establishes the "Office of Accessibility," which will be responsible for providing technical assistance to state agencies, facilitating compliance, and conducting training on accessibility standards. The office will be led by a chief accessibility officer appointed by the governor's commission on disability. Additionally, the office is required to submit biennial reports starting July 1, 2027, detailing the compliance status of state agency websites and facilities, including assessments, evaluations, and recommendations for improvements. The act is set to take effect in stages, with certain provisions becoming effective on July 1, 2025, and others on July 1, 2026.