The bill establishes the Health Care Strategic Recruitment Program within the Workforce Solutions Department of New Mexico, aimed at addressing health care provider shortages. The program will collaborate with various state departments to identify and target health care professions and allied health practices that are in shortage. It will assist in recruiting qualified health care providers who have graduated from New Mexico public post-secondary institutions within the last ten years and are not currently employed in the state's health care sector. The program will engage in outreach, provide navigational support for licensing and credentialing, and share information about job openings and community amenities.

Additionally, the bill includes an appropriation of $2 million from the general fund for the program's start-up costs in fiscal year 2026, covering expenses such as staff, equipment, and supplies. The Workforce Solutions Department is required to report annually to the governor and legislature on the program's effectiveness, including data on recruitment efforts, applicant success rates, and any obstacles faced by applicants. The report will also include recommendations for program improvements and potential statutory changes.